The main deity of the temple is Goddess Bhagavathy, a form of Goddess Parvati, who is revered as the complete incarnation of Adi Shakti.
This ancient temple is a significant spiritual center where devotees come to seek the blessings and protection of the powerful and compassionate Goddess.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Prathishta Vaarshika Maholsavam
The Prathishta Vaarshika Maholsavam is celebrated in the month of Mithunam at the Karathala Bhagavathy Temple. The festivities include various rituals such as Mahaganapathi Homam, Kalamezhuthum Pattum, Koduthi, Nagarootu, Bhagavathi Seva, Pushpabhishekam, and Kumkumabhishekam. These rituals are performed to honor the deity and seek her blessings for prosperity, protection, and well-being.
Ramayana Maasa Acharanam
During the Ramayana Maasa Acharanam, the temple observes a series of rituals and readings dedicated to the epic Ramayana. This includes the Ramayana Paarayanam, where the sacred text is recited daily, allowing devotees to immerse themselves in the teachings and stories of Lord Rama. These practices are meant to foster spiritual growth, devotion, and a deeper connection to the divine.
Contact Address: Karathala Bhagavathy Temple, Villikulam Road, Thalayal, Punnakkadu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695501
Phone Number:9188910089
