This famous temple dedicated to goddess Bhagavathy is about 5 km
from Kayamkulam. Situated on vast paddy fields it houses a huge traditional
lamp made of granite and accommodating a thousand wicks which are
lit every day. The one-day annual festival includes 1200 year old
rituals like Kuthiyottam and Kettukazcha. These colourful rituals
have boys dancing in trance, colossal effigies of horses, decorated
chariots and art forms like Patayani and Kolkkali.
Getting there:
Nearest railway station: Kayamkulam, about 5 km
Nearest Airport : Cochin International Airport, about 85 km north
of Alappuzha.
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