Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictAlappuzha
DeityDurga
(Karthiyayini Devi)
FestivalsThrikarthika Maholsavam (Vrscikam),
Thiru Utsavam (Kumbham)
Governing bodyTravancore Devaswom Board
Location
LocationCheppad, Haripad
StateKerala
Country India
Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad is located in Kerala
Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad
Vettikulangara Devi Temple, Cheppad, Haripad, Alappuzha, Kerala
Geographic coordinates9°14′19″N 76°27′45″E / 9.238475°N 76.462415°E / 9.238475; 76.462415
Architecture
TypeTraditional Kerala Style
Specifications
Temple(s)One
Elevation28.34 m (93 ft)
Website
www.vettikulangaratemple.com

Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad near Harippad, Alappuzha,[1] Kerala is one of the oldest temples in Kerala.This temple is dedicated to Durga Devi and the goddess is also known as Karthiyayini Devi.[2]

History

From ancient times, people have worshiped Lord Mahadeva. The arrival of a Brahmin Scholar known as Thampuran from the Pazhore Padippura became responsible for the incarnation of Devi in this area. Thampuran, who had come from the north, took up his residence at Nedunagappally, Ramapuram in the south of this region. Later, on his return to his native place, Thampuran took along with him the idol of Devi, his deity of worship.[3] During his journey, because of the omnipotence of Mahadeva, the idol happened to fall into the pond in the Kannirasi. Despite laborious efforts, Thampuran could not regain the idol. With a heavy heart, Thampuran returned to his native place. After several years while members of the Naluveettil family were digging the pond, they found the idol of Devi in the pond.

Kalathattu and Anakottil

Having been hit by their digging implements, blood began to ooze from the idol. Realizing the vitality of Devi, people took possession of the idol with devotion and began to worship. As the idol was obtained during the process of digging the pond, the name "Vettikulangara came into vogue. By preserving the purity and antiquity, the pond is being protected even today.

As Adi Parashakti, the mother of mercy and the giver of vitality, Sri Karthyayani Devi resides here. By showering her blessings on her devotees who appeals to her with aching hearts, Devi reins the Vettikulangara Temple.

Other Deities

Beside the main deity there are many other deities which include Lord Mahadeva, Lord Ganesh, Lord Ayyappan, Nagaraja, and Nagayakshi

Festivals

Koottamkottu during Utsav
  • Navaham (Kanni)
  • Sapthaham (Vrischikam)
  • Thrikarthika Maholsavam (Vrischikam)
  • Para Ezhunnallathu (Makaram)
  • Thiru Utsavam (Kumbham)

How to reach

Main entrance to the temple

Nearest bus station : 1 km from Cheppad bus stop, 6 km from Haripad KSRTC bus stand, 12 km from Kayamkulam KSRTC bus stand, 3 km from Nangiarkulangara Bus Stop

Nearest railway station : Cheppad (1.5 km), Haripad (6 km), Kayamkulam (12 km)

Route to Vettikulangara Devi Temple

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Vettikulangara Devi Temple – Cheppad - Story - Information". 20 August 2021. Retrieved 27 November 2023.
  2. ↑ "Vettikulangara Devi Temple, Alappuzha, India Tourist Information". www.touristlink.com. Retrieved 27 November 2023.
  3. ↑ "Vettikulangara Devi Temple, Cheppad, Kerala". hinduism. 9 September 2023. Retrieved 27 November 2023.


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