Ancient and serene, Mangaladevi Temple (also known as Kannagi Temple)in Thekkady stands amidst the verdant Periyar Tiger Reserve. Built with massive granite blocks, this temple, over a millennium old, honors Mangaladevi, also known as Kannaki, symbolizing profound moral strength. Immortalized in the Tamil epic Silapathikaram, the temple’s Pandyan architecture and tranquil surroundings make it a cultural gem in Thekkady.