The presiding deity of the temple is Goddess Bhagavathy. Bhagavathy is a form of the divine feminine energy in Hinduism, representing power, protection, and benevolence.
Devotees offer prayers to the goddess seeking her blessings for prosperity, well-being, and protection from evil forces.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Meena Thiruvathira Maholsavam
The Meena Thiruvathira Maholsavam is an annual festival celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Panappallil Bhagavathy Temple in Pallikal, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram. This festival, dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy, typically occurs during the month of Meenam (March-April) in the Malayalam calendar. During the Maholsavam, the temple premises are adorned with vibrant decorations, and special rituals and ceremonies are conducted to honor the deity.
Bhagavatha Sapthahayanjam
The Ayilya Pooja, also known as Ayilyam Vilakku, is a significant ritual observed in many Hindu temples, particularly in Kerala, India. It is typically performed on the day of Ayilyam Nakshatra, which occurs monthly in the Malayalam calendar. During this pooja, special prayers and offerings are made to propitiate Nagaraja and Nagayakshi , seeking their blessings for protection against snake bites and for fertility.
Contact Address: Panappallil Bhagavathy Temple, Pallickal, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
