Mythological Significance & History

The Mangottu Bhagavathi Temple is believed to be over 1000 years old, with its origins rooted in local folklore, devotion, and oral tradition.
The temple’s central deity is Mangottu Bhagavathi, a fierce and protective form of the Goddess Durga, who is believed to bless her devotees with courage, prosperity, and protection from evil.
The temple evolved as a center of folk traditions, classical rituals, and Shakti worship, particularly in the Valluvanad region of Kerala.