Goddess Durga Bhagavathy, worshipped at the Peroor Sree Durga Bhagavathy Temple, is a divine manifestation of the Hindu goddess Durga, revered for her supreme power and benevolence. As a symbol of divine feminine energy, she embodies strength, courage, and protection.
Devotees visit the Peroor Sree Durga Bhagavathy Temple to offer prayers, perform rituals, and seek the blessings of Goddess Durga Bhagavathy for protection, prosperity, and well-being.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Aswathy Maholsavam
The Aswathy Maholsavam is the annual festival celebrated at the Peroor Sree Durga Bhagavathy Temple with great fervor and enthusiasm. This festival typically occurs on the day of Aswathy Nakshatra, a star in the Hindu astrological calendar, and lasts for several days.
Pongala
During the annual Pongala festival at the Peroor Sree Durga Bhagavathy Temple, devotees gather to participate in a sacred ritual where they offer Pongala, a traditional dish made of rice, jaggery, coconut, and ghee, to the goddess. This ritual, considered highly auspicious, is performed by thousands of women who come together to cook the offering in earthen pots over open fires.
Contact Address: Peroor Sree Durga Bhagavathy Temple, Peroorkkada.P.O, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695005
Phone Number: 9895654121
