Managed by the Travancore Devaswom Board, the temple features traditional Dravidian architecture with bronze roofing and intricate artwork. Adorned with eastern and northern towers called Gopurams, sculpted with statues of various gods, it serves as gateways to the temple complex.
Noteworthy for hosting South India's longest non-pilgrimage festival, spanning around 65 to 70 days and held every three years, the temple venerates Goddess Bhadrakali as its principal deity, situated in the north (vadakke nada).
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Navaratri festival
Navaratri festival at Vellayani DeviTemple 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.
Aswathy Pongala
Aswathy Pongala is a sacred ritual observed at the Major Vellayani Devi Temple, where devotees offer Pongala, a traditional dish made of rice, jaggery, coconut, and ghee, to the goddess. This ritual, held on the day of Aswathy Nakshatra (a star in the Hindu astrological calendar), draws devotees seeking blessings for prosperity, well-being, and fulfillment of wishes from Goddess Bhadrakali.
Contact Address: Vellayani Devi Temple,Nemom, Vellayani, Kerala 695020
Phone Number: 0471 231 7983
