ചരിത്രപ്രസിദ്ധമായ മേജർ വെള്ളായണി ദേവി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ, തിരുവനന്തപുരം, 2026-ലെ കാളിയൂട്ട മഹോത്സവം 2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 15 ന് പുറത്തെഴുന്നള്ളത്തോടെയുആരംഭിച്ച്, ദിവ്യയായ വെള്ളായണി അമ്മയെ ധ്യാനിച്ച് നിറഞ്ഞ ആചാരങ്ങളും ഉത്സവങ്ങളും ആചരിക്കും.
കാളിയൂട്ടു മഹോത്സവം 2026 മേജർ വെള്ളായണി ദേവി ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Kaliyoottu Mahotsavam 2026 Major Vellayani Devi Temple Trivandrum
The Kaliyoottu Mahotsavam 2026 at the Major Vellayani Devi Temple in Trivandrum, Kerala is one of the most anticipated and historically significant temple festivals in the region.
This festival is dedicated to Vellayani Amma, the revered mother goddess who is believed to bless her devotees with prosperity, health and protection from evil. Kaliyoottu, literally meaning “the play of the goddess Kali” is a unique ritual performance that combines devotion, mythology, and local cultural traditions making it a fascinating experience for devotees and visitors alike.
The festival spans several weeks, beginning with Purattezhunnallath a ceremonial procession where the deity is taken out of the sanctum and paraded with traditional rituals and music. This is followed by elaborate offerings, devotional songs and cultural performances that include traditional art forms such as Thayambaka, Kathakali and folk dances.
One of the highlights of the festival is Ponkala, a ritualistic offering of sweet rice porridge prepared by thousands of women devotees in specially arranged temple spaces. This offering is made to seek the goddess’s blessings and to fulfill personal vows.
Apart from the main religious activities, the festival also showcases the rich cultural heritage of Kerala. Devotees from across the state and beyond gather to witness the temple decorated with vibrant floral arrangements, traditional lamps and colorful ceremonial ornaments. The festival fosters a deep sense of community, spirituality and cultural pride attracting families, scholars and tourists who wish to experience Kerala’s unique temple traditions firsthand.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Purattezhunnallath
• Karadikottu
• Kalamkaval
• Nagaroottu
• Uchabali
• Dikkubali
• Paranettu
• Nilathilporu
• Pongala Offering
• Aarattu
Temple Location
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Major Vellayani Devi Temple, Nemom, Vellayani, Kerala 695020.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Vellayani Junction – 1.5 km (Nemom, Vellayani)
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Vellayani Temple Bus Stop – 20 m from the temple
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Trivandrum Central Railway Station – 8.5 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 13.2 km
