Sree Kurumba Bhagavathi Temple

Sree Kurumba Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple located in Poozhithala, Mahe, an enclave of the Union Territory of Puducherry on the Malabar Coast. Dedicated to Goddess Kurumba Bhagavathi, a form of Shakti, the temple is a significant place of worship for the local community. Known for its traditional Kerala-style architecture and serene surroundings, it hosts regular daily worship and annual festivals that attract devotees from Mahe and neighboring Kannur district.

Visitors can expect a small to medium-sized traditional Kerala-style temple complex in a quiet residential area of Poozhithala. The sanctum enshrines Goddess Kurumba Bhagavathi. The surroundings are calm with typical temple structures, lamp posts and courtyard space for devotees. Visitors can observe daily pujas, offer prayers, and experience local temple customs and festivals. The atmosphere is devotional and community-oriented, with modest visitor facilities.

The temple is a locally important Shakti shrine for residents of Poozhithala and Mahe, serving as a centre for daily worship and community gatherings. Goddess Kurumba Bhagavathi is venerated as a protective deity, and the temple plays a role in local religious festivals and traditions typical of the Malabar region.