Palakkavu Bhagavathi temple

Palakkavu Bhagavathi temple is a Hindu shrine in Edava featuring traditional Kerala architectural elements such as stone walls, wooden structures, and copper-plated roofs. The main sanctuary is surrounded by several smaller shrines dedicated to other deities including Annapoorna, Ganesh, and Hanuman.

This sanctuary was established several hundred years ago and has remained an important center of religious life in the Thiruvananthapuram region. Its significance for the local community has endured and strengthened over the centuries.

The temple is dedicated to the goddess Bhadrakali and serves as a central place for prayer and worship in the local community. Visitors can observe devotional practices and rituals that shape the daily spiritual life of people in the region.

The grounds are accessible daily in two time periods, morning and early evening, with water stations and small shops available on site. Visitors should wear comfortable clothing and be prepared for open pathways and outdoor areas.

The temple houses multiple smaller shrines featuring various deities including Navagraham, representing the nine celestial bodies in Hindu astronomy and cosmology. This diversity of shrines allows visitors to encounter several spiritual traditions within a single location.