Pournami Kavu Temple welcomes devotees exclusively on full moon days and during notable events like Navaratri festival and the commencement of education ceremonies (Vidyarambham).
Dedicated to Goddess Sri Balatripura Sundari Devi, this temple holds distinction for its rich historical legacy and adherence to age-old customs. Revered as the "Akshara Devatha" temple, it is revered for its worship of 51 idols representing Akshara Devathas (deities of letters) along with 25 associated deities.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Navaratri festival
Navaratri festival at Pournami Kavu Devi Temple in Trivandrum is celebrated with grandeur, featuring vibrant processions, traditional music, and elaborate rituals honoring Goddess Bhagavathi. Devotees throng to the temple during this auspicious occasion to seek blessings and participate in the festive fervor.
Vidyarambham
Vidyarambham, also known as Ezhuthiniruthu, is a significant ceremony held at the Pournami Kavu Temple in Venganoor near Thiruvananthapuram. This auspicious event marks the initiation of formal education for young children. During Vidyarambham, children are introduced to the world of letters by a learned priest or elder, who guides them to write their first letters or words in a tray of rice or sand.
Contact Address: Pournami Kavu Temple, Chaavadinada, Venganoor P.O., Thiruvananthapuram, India, Kerala
Phone Number: 97477 72177
