The temple is known for its spiritual ambiance and serene surroundings, attracting devotees seeking blessings for protection, prosperity, and spiritual well-being from the goddess.
It serves as a cultural and religious center where various rituals and festivals are celebrated throughout the year to honor and worship Goddess Bhagavathi.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thiruvathira Maholsavam
Thiruvathira Maholsavam at Venkode Chittat Bhagavathy Temple in Palayamkunnu, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram, is celebrated during the month of Kumbham with traditional fervor. The festival includes Thrikkodiyettu, a ceremonial flag hoisting marking the commencement, followed by Pongala, where devotees prepare a sweet rice dish in earthen pots as an offering to the goddess. Annadanam, the distribution of food, is conducted to all devotees, and the festival concludes with Arattu, a ceremonial procession where the deity is ritually bathed to purify and bless the surroundings.
Noorum Paalum Oottu
Noorum Paalum Oottu is a ritual practiced for mental well-being, physical recovery, and to appease distressed Nagas. Initiated by Lord Parashurama, it involves offering a mixture of rice flour and milk to alleviate Naga Dosha, whether incurred intentionally or unintentionally. This ritual is believed to cleanse individuals of sins associated with Nagas and promote spiritual and physical healing.
Contact Address: Venkode Chittat Bhagavathy Temple, Palayamkunnu, Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
