Puttingal Devi Temple

Puttingal Devi Temple stands in Paravur, a coastal municipality in southern Kollam district. The temple tradition explains its origin through the manifestation of the Goddess at an anthill, reflected in the name “Puttingal.” The principal annual festival is connected with the Bharani star in the Malayalam month of Meenam, when the temple becomes the focus of intensive worship and cultural activity. Ritual offerings, Kathakali and other traditional programmes form part of the temple’s religious calendar.

The shrine remains a living place of worship throughout the year and is conveniently located for travellers visiting Paravur Backwaters and nearby beaches. Visitors should approach the site primarily as a religious institution, observe current temple regulations and avoid assuming that festival programmes or past practices remain unchanged. For special events, checking the temple’s latest official information before travel is advisable.