Bhagavathy Temple
Nayarambalam Bhagavathy temple is located at Nayarambalam near Vypin in Ernakulam district, Kerala. The shrine is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy or Devi.
The origin of the temple is traced back to the 15th century CE. As per local history, temple was owned by a Brahmin family and when they left the place the ownership of the temple was handed over to some noble Nair families. Historical evidence also show that the temple was governed by four Nair families till 1915 A.D.
Some dispute between the local people and the Nair chieftains developed and led to litigation that continued about five years. According to the judgment of the district court, a Nair Karayogam was established by a meeting of devotees and Karayogam took charge of the temple in 1925 A.D. This Karayogam still holds control over the temple.
Location
Nayarambalam
Main Deity
Goddess Durga (Bhagavathy)
Other Deities
Lord Shivan, Ghanda Karnan, Nagaraja & Naga Yakshi
Festivals
Thalappoli festival celebrated for 6 days in the Malayalam month of Makaram (January-February).
Main Offerings
Kadum Payasam, Pushpanajali.
How To Reach
By Air: Cochin International Airport is 31.5 KM from the Temple.
By Rail: Ernakulam Town Railway Station is 17 KM from the Temple.
By Road: Ernakulam South KSRTC Bus Stand is 17.5 KM from the Temple.