This temple located in the heart of Alappuzha city, is dedicated to the goddess Rajarajeswari, the main deity. The temple celebrates two festivals every year. The nine day 'Navarathri' festival is celebrated with all the dedication and traditional magnificence and the last two days, ie the Mahanavami and the Vijayadasami being the most auspicious is of special significance for the people of Alappuzha. A colourful procession with nine elephants is held in the evening and a variety of cultural programmes, including 'Ottanthullal' are staged in the temple. Another important festival of the temple is 'Thaipooyakavadi'. About fifteen 'Kavadis' take part in the procession of 'Thaipooyakavadi' festival.