Kodikkunnu Bhagavathy Temple, Hindu temple in Pallippuram, India
The Kodikkunnu Bhagavathy Temple is a Hindu temple built on top of Kodi hill in Pallippuram, India. Three entrances face different directions, each reached by a flight of granite-paved steps that lead worshippers up from the surrounding area.
The temple's founding is tied to a legend in which a widow received rice from a mysterious old woman during a period of flooding. That story became the basis for the religious meaning the site holds for the people of the surrounding area.
Once a year, the temple hosts the Chirankara Pooram festival, where performers dressed as pootan and thara dance alongside decorated artificial bullocks called kaala. This tradition has been passed down through generations and remains a living part of local celebrations.
The temple opens in two daily sessions, one in the morning and one in the evening, so visitors can plan their trip around either time. Comfortable footwear is helpful for the climb up the granite steps, though shoes must be removed before entering the shrine.
The southern entrance of the temple is permanently sealed and has never been opened for public use, while the other three entrances are used daily. This permanently closed gateway is a rare feature that often surprises first-time visitors.
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