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കാടാമ്പുഴ ഭഗവതിക്ഷേത്രം
Kadampuzha, Malappuram, Kerala · 10.9439°, 76.0435°
An unusual Kerala goddess shrine with no installed image: the deity is worshipped in a pit, in her form as a huntress. It is known for the offering of muttarukkal, made by devotees seeking the removal of obstacles.
During the Pandavas' exile Arjuna performed severe penance here to obtain the Pashupatastra, and Shiva, disguised as a hunter alongside Parvati, tested his pride before granting it.
coordinates: wikipedia-2026-08-27 · sources retrieved 2026-08-26 · dynasty page: Undetermined