Ernakulam, Kerala
Main God
Goddess Parvati
Timings
4:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Ernakulam
Type
MAJOR
Begin at the main upper temple (Melkkaavu). The Devi is worshipped as Saraswati (morning - white), Lakshmi (noon - golden), and Durga (evening - dark). Choose your visit time based on the form you wish to see.
Visit the Keezhkkaavu (lower shrine) for the powerful Guruthi ritual. This shrine is famous for healing mental ailments and spiritual disturbances. The evening Guruthi ceremony is especially potent.
Devotees seeking relief from evil spirits and mental afflictions offer iron nails to the sacred Pala tree in the lower shrine compound. This is a centuries-old healing tradition unique to Chottanikkara.
Collect prasadam from the distribution counter. The temple tank is worth visiting. The overall atmosphere is deeply spiritual, especially during evening hours when the Devi transforms into Durga form.
Chottanikkara, Ernakulam, Kerala 682312
By Bus
KSRTC and private buses from Ernakulam and Kochi to Chottanikkara. Direct buses from Thrissur, Alappuzha, and Kottayam. Chottanikkara bus stand is 200m from the temple
By Air
Cochin International Airport (COK) - 30 km (1 hour drive)
By Rail
Ernakulam Junction (South) or Ernakulam Town (North) - 18 km. Both well-connected to major cities across India
Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws from Ernakulam and Tripunithura. Local buses from Kochi Metro stations. Ola/Uber available from Kochi city
The goddess of fertility, love, and devotion; consort of Lord Shiva.
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