The Malayalapuzha Devi Temple holds significant cultural and religious importance in the region. It is believed to be one of the oldest temples in Kerala, dating back several centuries.
Once upon a time, two people belonging to the Namboothiri caste of northern Travancore were meditating at Mookambika temple. They had with them an idol of Bhadrakali. After their meditation for a prolonged period, they received an oracle from Bhadrakali that the idol will have her perpetual presence. The Namboothiris continued their pilgrimage with the idol in their possession. As they became too old to continue their pilgrimage, Bhadrakali appeared before them and advised that Malayalappuzha was the ideal place to erect the idol. Following her advice, the Namboothiris reached Malayappuzha and erected the idol
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Annual Festival
This festival is celebrated for 11 days and typically starts on the Thiruvathira Nakshatra in the Malayalam month of Kumbham, which falls between February and March. The festival includes various rituals, processions, cultural programs, and special prayers conducted in honor of Goddess Bhadrakali.
Aarattu
Aarattu (dipping the deity in the temple tank or river) is performed on the eleventh day. this as one festival
Contact Address: Malayalappuzha Bhagavathy Temple, Thiruvalla, Pathanamthitta
