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Kerala · Temple listing
Cherthala Karthyayani Temple
01 · Discover
History & tradition
Karthyayani Devi Temple is a well-known temple at Cherthala in Kerala. Tradition holds that the saint Vilwamangalam Swamiyar consecrated the goddess here. The temple’s annual festival, the Cherthala Pooram, is counted among the most celebrated poorams in Kerala. Its best-known offerings, or vazhipadu, are Iratti and Thadi, and Kalabham, the offering of sandal paste, is also performed here on behalf of families.
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Deity & dedicationKātyāyanī
Opening hoursCurrent opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
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02 · Before you go
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03 · Getting there
Map & route
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Cherthala Karthyayani Temple
Alappuzha district, Kerala
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04 · At the temple
Darshan & customs
Darshan
Opening & entry
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Offerings
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Local traditions
Dress & etiquette
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Information you can trace
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- Wikidata — structured place recordRetrieved 2026-11-12
- Wikipedia — further readingChecked 2026-11-12