Sree Panchami Devi Temple, located at Kallummoodu along Pettahanayara Road in Trivandrum, is a 600-year-old temple steeped in tradition and history. The temple was established by Brahmins who initially worshipped Devi at this site, and over time, a temple was built by devotees. The temple is constructed in the traditional Kerala architectural style and is adorned with beautiful artistic sculptures, with the sanctum sanctorum reflecting the state's cultural heritage. The temple's main ritual offering is the Aishwarya Pooja, which takes place every full moon day at 5 pm and lasts for one hour. This ritual is believed to ward off ill effects and bring prosperity to the more devotees. A major festival, "Aswathy Maholsavam," is celebrated over seven days in the month of Makaram (January/February). The festival begins with the "Kodiyett," where the chief priest hoists a sacred flag atop the gopura, marking the commencement of the festivities. The festival concludes with an "Aaraatt" on the final day. On the sixth day, Pongala Nivedyam, a sanctified offering, is prepared by women who gather from various parts of Kerala to honour the goddess. The final day features the Guruthi Pooja, a ritual performed at 8 pm, where the Melshanti (chief priest), dressed as Devi, embodies various manifestations of the goddess, such as Bhadrakali, Saraswati, and Chamundi. Other important rituals during the Aswathy Maholsavam include "Thalapoli" and "Pallivetta." Navarathri is celebrated with a series of musical and classical dance performances. A community ritual known as Samooha Leksharchana, attended by hundreds of devotees, is also conducted. On Vidyarambam day, the temple sees the initiation of hundreds of children into the world of letters, with the priests guiding this significant ritual.