Welcome to Pournamikavu Temple

Pournamikavu Devi Temple, located in Venganoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is a unique and significant place of worship. The main deity of the temple is Shri Bala Tripura Sundari Devi, the war-goddess of the Aay Dynasty, which reigned from the ancient city of Vizhinjam in Thiruvananthapuram. 

Pournamikavu Temple’s unique identity as the “Akshara Devatha Temple.”

The temple is notable for being the first in the world to consecrate and worship 51 separate idols of the ‘Akshara Devathas’ (Alphabet Goddesses). This practice is rooted in the belief that each of the 51 letters of the Sanskrit alphabet is a sacred sound with its own presiding deity. In essence, this highlights the temple’s distinct focus on learning and intellect. Hence, the temple serves as a unique pilgrimage destination for those seeking blessings for intellectual and professional development, including knowledge, education, and wisdom.

Temple Timings and Offerings

Unique Schedule: The temple is not open daily. It operates on a unique schedule, opening specifically on the full moon (Pournami or Poornima) day and on special occasions like Navaaham, festivals, and Vidhyarambham.

Timings: When the temple is open, it welcomes devotees from 4:30 AM to 9:30 PM continuously, with no breaks.