Kootayanimoodu Chamundi Temple
Overview
- •Kootayanimoodu sri Chamundeswari temple is a Hindu temple, This ancient temple dates back to the 18th century.
Highlights
- Kootayanimoodu sri Chamundeswari temple is a Hindu temple, This ancient temple dates back to the 18th century.
Religious Significance
Chamunda Devi is considered as the wrathful form of Durga, but at the same time, the Goddess is kind to her true devotees. The term 'Chamunda' has been derived from two words, 'Chanda' and 'Munda'. As per the mythological legends, Durga made a goddess with her power, to slay the demons, Chanda and Munda. With her immense power, the Goddess killed the demons.
Dress Code
Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.
Festivals
- •Pooja Vaypu - Identical to Dussera festival (Saraswathy Pooja and Vidyarambham) Ramayana maasacharana- It is a 31-day festival which is conducted in the last month of the Malayalam calendar year – Karkidakam.
- •Pongala- refers to the ritualistic offering of porridge made of rice, sweet brown molasses, coconut gratings, nuts and raisins.
- •Only women devotees are allowed to participate in this ritual.
- •Here it is on 10th of Medom
Things to Do
Visit Kootayanimoodu Chamundi Temple
FlexibleKootayanimoodu sri Chamundeswari temple is a Hindu temple, This ancient temple dates back to the 18th century.
Festivals
FlexiblePooja Vaypu - Identical to Dussera festival (Saraswathy Pooja and Vidyarambham) Ramayana maasacharana- It is a 31-day festival which is conducted in the last month of the Malayalam calendar year – Karkidakam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kootayanimoodu sri Chamundeswari temple is a Hindu temple, This ancient temple dates back to the 18th century.
It is about 7.3 km from central Nedumangad.
The most comfortable months are the cooler months; April is the hottest, with highs around 35°C.
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Best Time
October to March
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