Chakkulathukavu devi temple

a goddess temple whose deity is incarnation of durga

1. Chakkulathamma Temple Chakkulathamma is famously known as the Mother who answers the call of her devotees. It is believed that the goddess residing in Chakkulathukavu is a wholesome reaction of all-pervading goddess namely Durga . Countless pilgrims irrespective of caste, creed and colour reach the shrine. The benevolent look of Goddess unfolds a thousand lotus flowers of bhakthi in the minds of devotees. http:// www.holybharathpilgrimage.com

2. General Information Chakkulathu Kavu is a Hindu temple located in Neerattupuram , Thalavady panchayat , Alappuzha District , Kerala and is one of the most popular temples in the state. The major festival is Pongala which takes place in the temple during the month of Vrischikam (November/December).This is the time when the glory of the Goddess is at its peak. Lakhs of women devotees gather around the temple as early as even one week before the function. Rice, coconut and jaggery are brought by women devotees along with round earthen pots for cooking. The Chief Priest lights the main hearth from the divine fire inside the sanctum sanctorum. This fIre is exchanged from one oven to another. http://www.holybharathpilgrimage.com

3. How to get there By Air: The temple can be reached via Trivandrum or Cochin ( Nedumbassery ) Airport according to one’s convenience. By Rail: The temple is not more than 9.6kms from thiruvalla railway station. http://www.holybharathpilgrimage.com

4. By Road: Buses reach Chakkulathukavu from several places in Kerala. From Thiruvalla one can reach here in 15 minutes drive by car, KSRTC buses ply every 10 minutes from Thiruvalla to Chakkulathukavu http://www.holybharathpilgrimage.com