Vana Bhadrakaliamman Temple mettupalayam

Vana Bhadrakaliamman Temple Mettupalayam 

 

Arulmigu Vanabathrakaliamman Temple is situated in Mettupalayam to Tekkampatti Road around 5 km from Mettupalayam, near Coimbatore,Tamil nadu,India. Vanabadrakali Amman temple is located on the banks of Bhavani River. This temple is closely associated with Pandavas.

 

It is believed that the Vana badra kaliamman Temple was built during the time of the Pandavas.Vanabadrakali is a swayambu in the temple. It is believed that mother Shakthi came to this forest and started doing penance for Lord Shiva.

 

Since, Bhadrakaali was praying in the forest (Vanam), thus came to be known as Vanabathrakaliamman .

 

Vana Bhadrakaliamman Temple History :

 

In historic period, one city which was called as Nellore City . It was ruled by seven sisters.Their names were Aravalli, Suravalli Vana bathra kaliamman temple story is believed that to have existed during the period of the Pandavas.

 

 It is believed that Pandavas took the blessings of the deity in the war against seven Aravalli sisters who were harassing people through witch craft. The story of seven Aravalli sisters is a local legend associated with the Vanabathrakaliamman temple.

 

The Temple Story is closely associated with lots of mythological stories like Allimuthu (nephew of the Pandavas and the son their sister Sangavi) war victory against Aravalli, Suravalli sisters.

 

The second Pandava Bheemasen came this side during his travels. In this area, there were two sisters Aravalli and Suravalli practising witch craft. Though Bheema wanted to end their evil practice. But, he was enticed by them. Lord Krishna came to the rescue of Bheema and saved him.

 

This message was passed to remaining Pandavas. They were angered and ready to fight with Aravalli sisters. Then Lord Krishna and Pandavas decided to send another warrior by name Allimuthu ( Nephew of the Pandavas and the son of their sister Sanghavi) to kill the seven Aravalli sisters.

 

Allimuthu after praying to the Vanabathrakaliamman, she gave thiruman and sword to Allimuthu went to war with the sisters. After seeing his valour, the sisters sought peace with him and Aravalli offered her daughter by name Palvarisai in marriage.

 

Allimuthu was agreed, but he told them, his marriage was taken in front of Pandavas. After returning to his place with Palvarisai, but Aravalli sisters plotted against Allimuthu and killed him by giving poison. This information didnt known to the innocent girl.

 

After knowing this message, Arjuna then sent his son Abhimanyu who went to the nether world with the help of Indradeva and brought back Allimuthu alive. Allimuthu once again prayed to Vanabathrakaliamman with greater vigour and killed six evil sisters, even though one of them was escaped from him.

 

The sister who escaped from the war went to Malayala Desham and became Goddess with the name “Kambhalathu Bagawathi Amman”.There are so many villages located near this temple named as Nellithurai, Nellimalai, Nellikadu, Panchalangadu.

 

The subsidiary deities in the temple include Nagas and local deities. The most important festival and rituals in the temple are observed during the Tuesdays in Aadi Month. An important ritual in the temple is fire walking - running through hot coal bed. This is known as Aadi Gundam and is observed in Aadi Month.

 

The story of Pagasooran :

 

The time back there lived a monster by building a Fort on the west side of the “Neelamalai”. He was considered equal to Bheema and Dhuriyodhana in strength. He got many blessings and it is not possible to conquer him. He was always hungry and eats a lot. For the foodstuff, he used to trouble the nearby villagers.

 

There was an order by the monster that the villagers should send him a cart full o foodstuff every day. At times, when the foodstuffs brought to him are found insufficient, he will kill the man who brought the foodstuff and bulls of the cart and ate them.

 

The villagers found it very difficult and suffered a lot due to the monster. On such an occasion, the Pandavas happened to be in that village. On hearing this misery, one day Bheema took the responsibility of carrying the foodstuffs and took the fully loaded cart to the place where the monster was living.

 

By halting the cart at a little distance before the destination, he started eating the foodstuff. On seeing this, the monster became angry and came neared to Bheema with an intention to kill him, without knowing that the man present was none other than Bheema.

 

Bheema prayed to the Goddess Kali and started fighting with the monster. The fight was something like two mountains are dashing against each other and finally with the blessings of Goddess Kali, Bheema won the fight.

 

The Pagasooran was slowly dyeing and his ferociousness came to an end. He realized his mistakes and started weeping. He prayed to the Goddess to forgive him and to bless him with a place in the temple as a security guard.

 

The Goddess conceded his prayer and blessed him. The Goddess also greeted Bheema and disappeared. The villagers were very happy and continued to lead a peaceful life.

 

With the blessings of the Goddess Badrakali, the Pagasooran became a security guard of the temple and thus the statues of Bheema and Pagasooran were installed in the temple. Devotees who visit the Vanabadrakaliamman Temple used to offer prayers .

 

Vana Bhadrakaliamman Temple Significance :

 

The staunch faith and experience of the devotees that prayer to Mother Vana-Badrakalai Amman for total relief from spells and witchcraft never fails and they begin a new lease of life. Realizing their wishes, women use to put their mangal sutras in the hundi.

 

They also hang a stone on the Thothi Maram the sacred tree of the temple seeking child boon. Those starting a trade or beginning marriage proposals use to place white and red flowers in separate packets and seek the permission of the Goddess.

 

If they get the flower of their choice, it means the permission is granted. Tuesday, Friday and Sunday Rahukala poojas with lemon lamp will bring blessings to women folk. Above all, the temple is known for the sheep animal sacrifice.

 

Vanabhadrakaliamman Temple Pooja Timings : 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM,

 

(On Amavasi or no moon day the temple is open from 5:00 AM to 8:30 PM.)

 

Kala santhi - 06.00 A.M.

 

Utchikkaalam - 12.00 P.M.

 

Saayarakshai - 06.00 P.M.

 

Arthajaamam - 08.00 P.M.

 

During Rahu Kalam on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday, special pujas are held with lemon lamp.

 

Vana bhadra kali Amman Temple  Entry : Free

 

Vana bhadra kali Amman Temple  Festivels :

 

Chithirai kani (Tamil New Year)

 

Aadi pathinettam perukku.

 

Saraswathi Pooja.

 

Thirukarthigai festival.

 

Thiruppalli Eluchi. (Margazhi month)

 

Thai Pongal.

 

Maha Shivarathiri

 

Best Time To Visit Vanabhadrakaliamman Temple : Between the month of July – August ( Tamil month of Aadi )

 

Vanabadrakaliamman Temple Address :

 

Nellithurai Road,Thekkampatti, Nellithurai (Post),

Mettupalayam - 641 305.

Coimbatore District.

 

How to Reach Vanabadrakaliamman Temple :

 

By Road : Bus facility is conveniently available to Mettupalayam from Coimbatore. Town buses are available to reach the temple.

 

By Rail :  Nearest Railway Station is at Mettupalayam.

 

By Air : Nearest Airport is at Coimbatore.