# Pattazhy Bhagavathy Kalam Paattu

> Pattazhy Bhagavathy Kalam Paattu at Pattazhy Devi Temple, Kollam, 24 Mar 2027, tickets: https://keralamythology.blogspot.com/2014/10/legend-of-pattazhy-devi-temple.html

- **When:** Wednesday, 24 March 2027, 7:00 PM IST
- **Venue:** Pattazhy Devi Temple
- **Address:** Pattazhy, Kollam, Kerala, 691522
- **Organiser:** Eventify
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## About this event

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Pattazhy Bhagavathy Kalam Paattu is a ritual tradition associated with the worship of the Goddess at Pattazhy Devi Temple in Pattazhy, Kollam district. The practice belongs to the wider Kerala tradition of Kalamezhuthu Paattu, in which an elaborate image of a deity is created on the floor using naturally derived coloured powders and is accompanied by devotional singing and ritual observances. Kerala Tourism describes Kalamezhuthu as an ancient ritual art in which deity figures are drawn within a designated temple space using materials such as rice powder, turmeric, charcoal, lime and powdered leaves. The form is particularly associated with powerful deities including Bhadrakali, and the completed image, or kalam, becomes the focus of songs, percussion and ritual worship. The creation of the kalam itself is a highly skilled process. Artists traditionally prepare and smooth the floor before outlining the figure and filling it with carefully applied colours, following established conventions for the proportions, gestures and attributes of the deity. Different natural substances provide the characteristic colours: rice powder for white, turmeric for yellow, charcoal for black, a lime-and-turmeric mixture for red and powdered leaves for green. In Kalamezhuthu Paattu, the visual image is accompanied by songs that narrate or praise the deity, while traditional percussion contributes to the ritual atmosphere. Kerala Tourism notes that hereditary artist communities such as Kuruppu, Theeyadi Nambiar and Thiyyadi Unni have traditionally preserved the practice, with members of the performing group responsible for drawing, singing, percussion and the concluding ritual. The final stage involves the ceremonial removal or wiping away of the kalam, completing the temporary nature of the sacred image. At Pattazhy Devi Temple, Kalamezhuthu is among the ritual observances associated with the temple’s annual religious calendar. The shrine is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy and is known for major observances including the Kumbha Thiruvathira and Meena Thiruvathira festivals. The temple’s Kumbha Thiruvathira celebrations include Kalamezhuthu among their traditional programmes, alongside devotional and cultural activities. The ritual therefore forms part of a broader temple tradition rather than functioning simply as a performance for spectators. For visitors interested in Kerala’s ritual arts, Kalam Paattu offers an opportunity to observe the close relationship between visual art, sacred music, mythology and worship. Its temporary powder drawing, devotional songs and ritual conclusion demonstrate a distinctive concept of temple art in which the artwork exists specifically for the duration of the religious observance. At Pattazhy, this tradition can be understood within the continuing devotional life of a historic Bhagavathy temple, where ritual practices, festivals and community participation remain important elements of the local cultural heritage.

🚆 Railway: Sasthamkotta Railway Station — approximately 18 km from Pattazhy Devi Temple. Punalur Railway Station is farther away, at roughly 22 km by road.

✈️ Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport — approximately 95 km from Pattazhy Devi Temple.

🚌 Bus: Pattazhy Bus Stop is approximately 500 m–1 km from the temple, with local bus services connecting Pattazhy with nearby towns including Pathanapuram and Kottarakkara.

🏨 Stay: Accommodation is available in nearby towns including Pathanapuram, Kottarakkara and Adoor, with additional options elsewhere in Kollam district.

✅ Notes: Kalamezhuthu is generally performed during Kerala’s temple-festival season, traditionally from November to May. At Pattazhy, Kalamezhuthu is documented as part of the temple’s festival and ritual programme; the exact date, deity image, performance time and accompanying rituals vary according to the temple calendar. Confirm the current programme with the temple before visiting.