Devi is worshipped in numerous forms, including Durga, Lakshmi, Saraswati, Parvati, and Kali, each embodying different qualities and attributes. Devotees pray to Goddess Devi for strength, wisdom, prosperity, and protection, seeking her blessings in all aspects of life.
Devotees flock to this revered temple to seek the blessings of the goddess, who is worshipped as a divine embodiment of feminine power and energy.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Pongala Mahotsavam
Pongala Mahotsavam is a significant festival celebrated in honor of the goddess, particularly at temples dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy or Devi in Kerala. During this auspicious occasion, devotees, predominantly women, gather to prepare a special offering known as Pongala. The Pongala is a sweet rice dish cooked in earthen pots over open flames, and it is considered a sacred offering to the goddess.
Navaratri
Navaratri is a festival dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, emphasizing the worship of knowledge and wisdom. Devotees venerate educational materials like books, pens, and musical instruments, seeking the goddess's blessings for success in learning. The occasion symbolizes the victory of knowledge over ignorance, celebrated with prayers and rituals by students, teachers, and scholars alike.
Contact Address: Nelliyodu Devi Temple,Kaimanam Thiruvallam Rd, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695027
Phone Number: 99955 49603
