Chottanikkara Bhagavathy Temple, slightly outside central Kochi, is a famous shrine of Goddess Bhagavathy, worshipped as Rajarajeshwari and associated with healing, especially of mental distress. The complex has shrines to Bhagavathy, Bhadrakali and other deities, and devotees throng the temple early in the morning and during annual festivals. The atmosphere is intense, devotional and deeply rooted in local belief systems.
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History & highlights
The temple’s origins are ancient, wrapped in legends of the Goddess appearing to local villagers and accepting worship here. Over time it developed into one of Kerala’s most renowned Devi temples, drawing patrons from Travancore, Cochin and Malabar regions. Many traditional practices, including special poojas said to aid those suffering from mental and spiritual afflictions, became part of its identity. As Kochi expanded, Chottanikkara effectively became part of its wider urban–pilgrimage sphere, remaining a major centre of Shakti worship and folk belief.
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