Dedicated to the goddess Bhadrakali, an incarnation of Goddess Kali, the temple holds a special place in the hearts of devotees in the region.
Goddess Bhadrakali is a revered deity in Hinduism, particularly in the southern states of India, especially Kerala. She is considered a fierce form of the Divine Mother, often depicted with multiple arms, each holding weapons symbolizing her power to protect her devotees and vanquish evil forces.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Bhagavata Sapthaha Yanjyam
The Bhagavata Sapthaha Yanjyam, often referred to simply as Bhagavata Sapthaha, is a traditional Hindu ritual of reciting and expounding the Bhagavata Purana over a period of seven days.Each day of the Sapthaha, a designated portion of the Bhagavata Purana is recited, along with elaborate explanations, interpretations, and discourses by the scholars.
Prathista Varshikam
Prathista Varshikam is an annual ritual observed at Hindu temples to commemorate the installation anniversary of the deity. During Prathista Varshikam, devotees gather to offer special prayers, perform rituals, and seek blessings for prosperity and well-being. The occasion is marked with devotional fervor, cultural programs, and the distribution of prasad among the devotees.
Contact Address: Punnattu Thampuran Devi Temple, pattuvilakam, Kazhakkoottam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695582
Phone Number:0471 216 7550
