Kottangal Grama Panchayat
Documented local history
Pathanamthitta district
Historical overview
Padayani at Kottangal Devi Temple is a long‑standing festival held on Makara Bharani (January–February) as part of a 28‑day celebration, performed by two karas (Kottangal and Kulathoor); the last two days feature important ceremonies and evening processions, and Padayani is described as having a 1,500‑year heritage. [1][2]
Timeline
- January–February (Makara Bharani)
Padayani festival at Kottangal Devi Temple lasts 28 days, with 8 days of Padayani divided between the two karas (Kottangal and Kulathoor); the last 2 days feature important events and evening processions, including Vela Kali, Adavi, Pallippana, Vellam Kudi, Vinodam and Kolam Thullal; main Kolams include Ganapathi Kolam, Kuthira, Bhairavikkolam, Sundara Yakshi, Araki Yakshi, Marutha, Pakshi, Kalamadan and Kalankolam. [1][2]
- 1500-year heritage
Padayani at Kottangal Devi Temple has a 1,500-year heritage. [2]
Sources
- [1] Kottangal — English Wikipedia contributors
- [2] കോട്ടാങ്ങൽ — Malayalam Wikipedia contributors
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