Bagawathy Temple - Kumaranalloor, Kottayam - Timings, History, Darshan, Pooja Timings
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#2 of 42 Places to Visit in Kottayam
Distance (From Kottayam Railway Station): 5 Kms
Trip Duration (Including Travel): 1 Hour
Transportation Options: Cab / Auto
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At a distance of 5 Kms from Kottayam Railway Station, Bhagavathy Temple at Kumaranalloor is one of the most important Devi temples in Kerala.
The idol of the Goddess is in standing position and is about 3 feet high. The temple has been identified by Sri Adi Sankaracharya as one of the five important centers in India to worship Durga. The temple was built in sreechakra style and known for its unique architecture. It is also renowned for its temple towers constructed in Tamil Nadu style of architecture. The temple has many attractive mural paintings and wood carvings.
The annual festival of the temple is celebrated in the month of November / December.
