Mullakkal Rajarajeshwari Temple

Mullakkal Rajarajeshwari Temple, being among the oldest ancient temples of the state is this magnificent temple which forbids men from wearing any cloth on the upper part of the body dates back to over five hundred years. The temple premises are spread in a lush twenty feet area with several things to ponder on and even capture if you are a photography enthusiast. Due to the lack of a guide, you may consider it as an opportunity to spend some quality time with yourself amidst the peaceful vibes that this place lends to you.

About Mullakkal Rajarajeshwari Temple

With the legends of MaaBhagawathy visiting the site herself, this ancient site of the state is one of the best places to visit in Alleppey and a prime site to explore in Alleppey tour packages. It is visited by devotees from across the globe along with the lovers of buildings and architecture. The various fests celebrated here to mark the sacred site as a prime tourist attraction in Alleppey. The devotees of the goddess visit the pious site every year to offer their respects and seek blessings in return.

Specifications

The delicious Vada of Urad Dal is given here every day to devotees as prasadam. It is a part of a ritual practiced here for hundreds of years. The idol placed here within the inner sanctum is about four feet in height. The sacred Goddess Annapurneshwari, later re-instated as Rajarajeshwari is believed to be miraculous by devotees coming here from all over the nation to pay their respects. The lush Banyan tree huge in its size is another highlight of the sacred site which is accompanied by an ancient Shiva Lingam as well. 

The Festivals

The renowned annual festival of MullakkalChirappu is an eleven-day long affair held here in November full of devotion, celebration and belief. Thaipooyakavadi is another wonderful festival celebrated here apart from the devotional nine auspicious days of Navratri both celebrated between September and December every year. People from all across the globe visit the ancient site to enjoy the traditional festival celebration. 

All these wonderful specifications make the sacred temple site one of the best places to visit in Alleppey and a significant part of every Alleppey tour packages.