Mondaicaud Bhagavathi Temple, Hindu temple in Colachel, Tamil Nadu, India.
Mondaicaud Bhagavathi Temple features a 15-foot (4.5 m) tall anthill with five heads that represent the deity. This natural formation stands near the western coast of Kanyakumari District and serves as the focal point of worship at this site.
Sri Shankaracharya performed a Srichakra puja at this location, a ritual offering connected to deep spiritual practice. According to local records, he remained here until reaching his final spiritual state.
The temple draws crowds during the Kodaivazha festival in the Tamil month of Masi, when devotees from surrounding regions come together to offer prayers and make ritual offerings. This celebration shows how deeply connected local communities are to this sacred site.
You can reach the temple by regular buses from Nagercoil, with prayer times in the morning and evening. It helps to check local transport schedules beforehand to plan your visit timing around these prayer periods.
The central deity manifests as an expanding anthill that, according to local records, grows larger with each passing year. This ongoing growth makes the place feel special and meaningful to many visitors.
Location: Tamil Nadu
GPS coordinates: 8.16326,77.28015
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:43
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