Kodungaloor, the ancient capital of Kerala,
is 35 kms north-west of Ernakulam, has a hoary past. From the days of recorded
history, Kodungalloor, then a trade emporium in India, had been a maritime port
of international repute. The city had been a beehive of activities and had trade
relations with West as well as Middle-East.
Today, the city is a great pilgrim centre. Bharani festival held in the Bhagavathi
temple here is a big devotee draw.
On bharani day, special nivedya (nectar) known as Variyarippayasam is offered
to Devi. This is performed by Adikals( priests). Early morning, the deity would
be ceremoniously taken out of the Sreekovil (sanctum sanctorum) and placed on
a raised pedestal for public worship. Simultaneously, the temple flag will be
hoisted signifying the victory of Devi over Darika( evil). After the bharani
day, the temple doors will remain closed for six days. During this period, pooja
will be offered only once in a day.
On the seventh day when the sreekovil is opened, thousands would have Dharsan
(vision) of Devi, Such a darshan is reckoned as most auspicious.
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