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Attukal Pongala

ttukal Pongala Attukal Pongala is a famous Hindu festival held at the Attukal Bhagavathy Temple in Kerala, India. It is one of the largest gatherings of women for a religious event in the world. Key Details Location: Attukal Bhagavathy Temple Participants: Mainly women devotees Main Ritual: Women cook a special offering called Pongala in earthen pots and offer it to Goddess Bhagavathy. Time: Usually celebrated in February or March every year. Special Feature The festival was recorded in the Guinness World Records for having one of the largest gatherings of women in a religious event. Ritual Process A sacred fire is lit at the temple. The fire is passed to thousands of women who cook Pongala on temporary brick stoves along the streets. After cooking, priests bless the offering.