Kalipara Lokambika Temple in Neyyar Dam, Thiruvananthapuram is an ancient temple located around 2000 ft above sea level. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Lokambika, a form of Mother Goddess. Kalippara temple follows centuries’ old rituals according to gotra traditions.
The main festival celebrated at Kalipara Temple is Makara Pongala during the Malayalam month of Makaram (January). Pongala to Goddess Lokambika Devi is performed on the first day of Makara masam. In 2016, date of Makara Pongala is on 15th January, Thursday. Devotees also observe Girivalam ritual during the festive occasion. 2016 Girivalam is on January 14.
The temple opens only for evening poojas, usually at 4.30 PM.
Contact Numbers: +91 9441102054, 9847531325
Kalipara Dam, located behind the temple, is a popular tourist spot.
The main festival celebrated at Kalipara Temple is Makara Pongala during the Malayalam month of Makaram (January). Pongala to Goddess Lokambika Devi is performed on the first day of Makara masam. In 2016, date of Makara Pongala is on 15th January, Thursday. Devotees also observe Girivalam ritual during the festive occasion. 2016 Girivalam is on January 14.
The temple opens only for evening poojas, usually at 4.30 PM.
Contact Numbers: +91 9441102054, 9847531325
Kalipara Dam, located behind the temple, is a popular tourist spot.
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