Attukal Bhagavathy Temple

Attukal Bhagavathy Temple is one of the most important and spiritually powerful temples in Kerala, dedicated to Goddess Kannaki (Bhagavathy), an incarnation of the Divine Mother. Revered as the "Sabarimala of Women", this temple stands as a symbol of feminine divinity, compassion, and strength. The temple’s architecture features traditional Kerala style, with beautiful carvings and murals that depict scenes from ancient epics like the Kannaki Charitam and the Ramayana.

The temple is globally famous for hosting the Attukal Pongala, the largest gathering of women devotees in the world, recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. Held annually in February–March, millions of women participate by cooking Pongala (a sweet offering) in clay pots along roads and streets across Thiruvananthapuram, seeking the blessings of the goddess for protection and prosperity.

Apart from Pongala, the temple celebrates several other festivals and daily rituals that maintain its vibrant spiritual energy throughout the year. Devotees visit the temple seeking strength, peace, and divine intervention, making it not only a place of worship but also a cultural and emotional cornerstone of Kerala’s spiritual life.

🚗 How to Reach

By Road: Thampanoor Bus Stand, about 2.1 km

By Train: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station, about 2.9 km

By Air: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, about 5.1 km

🛕 Timings & Visiting Info

Temple Timings:
4:30 AM – 12:30 PM & 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Entry: Open to all devotees; women are especially welcomed for daily worship and major festivals.

Best Time to Visit:During Pongala or Navaratri, or anytime from October to March for pleasant weather.

🎉 Main Festivals

Attukal Pongala
-> Attukal Pongala is held during the Malayalam month of Kumbham (Feb–Mar).

-> It involves millions of women cooking sweet Pongala rice in earthen pots to offer to the Goddess

-> Streets across Thiruvananthapuram transform into a sea of prayer, devotion, and sacred fire

📞 Contact Information

Address: Attukal Bhagavathy Temple P.B. No. 5805, Manacaud P.O. (C‑Block, Souparnika Nagar) Attukal, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 009 Kerala, India

Phone: +91 471 246 3130