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Temples in Kerala are famous for their unique architecture, interesting legends and the divine aura. There are temples in Kerala dedicated to almost all the Gods and Goddesses. Let us take a virtual tour of Dakshina Mookambika Temple located in North Paravur of Ernakulam district in Kerala.
The Dakshina Mookambika Temple is one of the important Saraswati temples in Kerala. Apart from the Goddess Saraswati, the other sub-deities that are worshipped here include Ganesha, Lord Vishnu, Hanuman and Yakshi.
Legend Behind The Temple
There is an interesting legend associated with the temple. It is said that the ruler (called as Thampuran) of the region was an ardent devotee of Goddess Mookambika and used to go to Kollur Mookambika temple every year, to seek blessings from the Goddess. As his health deteriorated due to old age, he could not visit the temple.
On this, the Goddess is said to have appeared in his dream and instructed to build a shrine near his palace, so that he can have darshan of the Goddess daily. Following this, the Thampuran built a shrine and installed the idol of the Goddess there.
Festivals At Dakshina Mookambika Temple
The Navratri festival is one of the major festivals that are celebrated in the temple. Thousands of devotees flock in from various parts of the country to take part in this music festival. Similarly, Durgashtami and Vijayadashami are also observed here by the devotees. Another important festival celebrated here is the 10-day annual festival which takes place in the month of Makaram (January-February).
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