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Kunnathunada Balabhadra Devi temple is a Hindu religious shrine located near Irumpa, Aruvikkara. Goddess Bhadrakali is the main deity in this temple. If you seek spiritual enlightenment, chanting the Goddess Mantra can bring a lot of positive energy into your life. The DEVI is revered as the Goddess of Time, Creation, Destruction and Power. Balabhadra is a vicious form of Hindu Goddess Devi, known for the indestructible nature. Balabhadra devi is commonly depicted with 18 arms all carrying weapons as she rides atop a fierce tiger.  Balabhadra devi carries the weapons which are endeared to her as a defender of the world. She is frequently seen slaying demons and it is said that she was created to fight off the incredible might of the asura Mahishasura. Balabhadra devi is known as the preserve of Earth. She is simultaneously portrayed as the giver and destructor of life.  However, in most of the interpretations she is portrayed as ferocious and

This blog is related to a short vacation trip that we had to Thekkady which is relatively a small hill station. You can cover the whole area in just a couple of days.  Yet for leisure lovers, you can also get to stay here for a week and get to relax. It's an amazing place full of natural specialties. There are multiple activities for different kinds of people, right from treks, plantation visits, mountain hill top scenery, boating, staying inside forest camps, massages and much more. A Visit to Thekkady should definitely include a visit to the Periyar Tiger reserve park. The trip here includes short 20 min journey into the reserve and a 90 minutes boating deep into the reserve/nature.  Thekkady is one of Kerala’s most popular destinations. The land has become famous because of its exotic wildlife and spice plantations. Its environment has a mysterious tone, which is just perfect for all the adventure activities you can enjoy here.