Puthiyakavu Bhagawathi Temple
This shrine is located in the town itself. Bhagawathi in the form of Parvathi is so powerful she can save or sieze at her will. It is presumed, Bhadrakali of Kalighat in Kokatta who was worshipped by Vivekanda Swamy and Sri Ramakrishna Paramahans is also the deity in Puthiyakavu.
8-day festival is conducted in Meenam (March/April) in which thousands participate.
Pongala is celebrated in the last Friday of Kumbam (February/March). Thousands of ladies offer Pongala (rice preparation or rice kheer) to the deity and get relief from illness and accomplish wishes.
Kanyaka Pooja (virgin-girl homages) on Durgashtami day, Saubhagya Pooja (ritual for luck) on Makam day of Karkidakkam (July/August), and Vilakku Puja (lamp homage) on Pournamy day (full moon day) are very glorified ceremonies conducted here. Women devotees come in masses for these ceremonies.
