The Kollemcode Sree Bhadrakali Temple in Kanyakumari District is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Bhadrakali, a fierce and protective form of Shakti. This temple is unique in having two primary deities: Bhadrakali (Bhadra) and Rudhra (Rudra), who are represented as sisters. These dual deities symbolize the various aspects of feminine power, with Bhadra often embodying protective and nurturing qualities, while Rudra represents a fiercer, more destructive force to vanquish evil.
The temple is a spiritual center that combines both tantric and Vedic traditions, making it an important pilgrimage site for devotees. The rituals, especially during festivals like the Thookkam Festival and Kaliyoottu Festival, are designed to invoke the blessings of both deities, providing protection, prosperity, and spiritual strength to worshipers

n the Kollemcode Sree Bhadrakali Temple, Rudhra is one of the main deities, worshiped alongside Bhadrakali. Rudhra is considered the younger sister of Bhadrakali, and together, they represent a powerful dual manifestation of the goddess Shakti.
Rudhra is worshiped for her fierce and protective aspects. She embodies the qualities of destruction and renewal, similar to the cosmic functions associated with Lord Shiva. The worship of Rudhra, alongside Bhadrakali, emphasizes the dual nature of the divine feminine as both nurturing and fiercely protective.
The temple follows traditional tantric practices for the worship of both Bhadrakali and Rudhra. Special offerings and rituals are conducted during significant festivals, such as the Thookkam and Kaliyoottu festivals, which celebrate the power and grace of these deities.

The son of God Shiva and Parvathi, Sree Ganapathi is the remover of obstacles, the patron of the arts, and the god of wisdom, prosperity, and good luck. He is also known as Vighneshwara, which means "lord of removing obstacles". In any ritual he is worshipped first. Sree Ganapathi is worshipped and pleased before starting any venture to overcome all the hindrances that may face in due course of its implementation.
Devotees recite the following slogas to get the blessings of Sree Ganapathi.
Vignanivarana pooja, Ganapathi homam and Ottayappam are the main offeringsfor the deity.

Lord Shiva, one of the principal deities in Hinduism, is revered as the supreme being in Shaivism. He embodies both destruction and regeneration, playing a crucial role in the cosmic cycle of creation, preservation, and dissolution.
Trident (Trishula): Symbol of his control over the three worlds (heaven, earth, and underworld) and the three gunas (sattva, rajas, tamas).
Third Eye: Represents his ability to see beyond the obvious and destroy evil with a single glance.
Crescent Moon: Symbolizes time and his control over it.
River Ganga: Flowing from his matted hair, it signifies the purifying and sustaining power of water.

Serpent worship is deep rooted in the tradition of Kerala since time immemorial. Our temple has a Sarpakavu where devotees worship Maninagam and Karinagam.
Devotees worship to please the Naga Devathas for fertility, children’s health and overall prosperity of the family by removing nagadosham, kala sarpa dosham, rahu dosham and kethu dosham. Pregnant ladies worship to have a pleasant delivery and health of their unborn child.
The main vazhipadu is Ayillya pooja on every Ayillyam day of Malayalam month. Ayillya pooja in the month of Kanni is believed to be very auspicious for Naga Devatas.