Kottankulangara Devi Temple

Kottankulangara Devi Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy, located in Chavara near Kollam in Kerala. The temple is best known for the unique ritual called Chamaya Vilakku, where thousands of men dress in traditional female attire and carry lamps as an offering to the goddess. This vibrant festival attracts devotees and visitors from across the region and is celebrated with great devotion and cultural significance.