Attukal Bhagavathy Temple – Known for the Pongala festival

Located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. It is famous for hosting the Attukal Pongala, the world’s largest gathering of women for a religious festival, recognized by the Guinness World Records.

The temple’s unique Dravidian architecture, intricate sculptures, and sacred rituals attract thousands of devotees. Women prepare pongala (a sweet rice offering) in earthen pots as an act of devotion. Attukal Bhagavathy Temple is considered the Sabarimala of women, symbolizing faith, devotion, and empowerment.