Sri Manappullikavu Bhavathy Temple
The temple is located at the heart of Palakkad town in a serene backdrop of a village called Yakkara. The Temple is dedicated to Goddess (Bhagavathy) Bhadrakali.
Legend has it that Neelan, an Asura was troubling the people of Yakkara. People complained about his torment & terror to Lord Parashuram. He advised the people to take up this matter to Lord Siva. He heard the complaints from the poeple and took up the incarnation of Goddess Bhadrakali and killed Neelan. Following this incident, Bhardrakali was worshipped as Manappulli Sree Bhadrakali Amman.
Manapulli Bhavathi with Her dark complexion is facing north. She is holding trident, skull, sword and armour in Her four hands. The deity is considered very powerful and is believed to shower prosperity, to ward off miseries, fullfil all desires, protect from all evils of her true devotees.
Location
Yakkara
Main Deity
Goddess Bhadrakali
Other Deities
Lord Aiyyappa, Lord Ganesha, Lord Murugan & Kala Bhairava
Festivals
Vishu, Onam, Diwali, The Great Manapulli Vela - The festival is celebrated between last week of February and first week of March based on the Malayalam Calendar year.
Main Offerings
Kadummadura Payasa Nivedyam.
How To Reach
By Air: Cochin International Airport is the nearest airport situated at 106KM from the Temple.
By Road: Palakkad KSRTC Bus station is 2.3KM from the Temple
By Rail: Palakkad Junction Railway Station is 6.3KM from the Temple.