Location: Near Thekkady, Kerala Main Deity/Deities: Mangala Devi (Kannaki) Major Attraction: Chitra Pournami Festival Timings: 6 AM to 10 AM Entry Fee: No entry fee Built with ancient style of Architecture, Mangaladevi Temple lies at an altitude of about 1337 meters above sea level. This 2000-year old piece of architecture lies at a distance of …

Location: Kottayam in Kerala Main Deity/Deities: Lord Shiva Major Attraction: A grand festival Timings: 3:30 AM to 9:00 PM Entry Fee: No entry fee Vaikom Temple is among the most sacred temples of Kerala which are dedicated to Lord Shiva. Closely associated with two other temples, namely, Kaduthuruthy Mahadeva and Ettumanoor temples, the worship at …

Location: Near Vadakara, Kerala Main Deity/Deities: Bhagvathy Major Attraction: Carvings and Murals on walls. Opening Hours: In morning from 5.00 to 11.00 am, in evening from 5.00 to 8.00 pm. Entry Fee: No entry fee Located at Memunda, Lokanarkavu Temple is the family temple for a number of devotees who migrated to Kerala in ancient …

Location: Near Kottayam, Kerala Main Deity: Lord Shiva Major Attraction: Mural Paintings Period of Construction: 16th century Timings: 4 am–12 pm, 5–8 pm Entry Fee: No entry fee Ettumanoor Temple is among the most popular Shiva temple that belongs to the 16th century. As you go 12 kilometers north to Kottayam, you will see the splendid site of …

Location: Aranmula, Thiruvananthapuram Main Deity: Lord Krishna Famous for: Boat races Aranmula Temple, commonly called Parthasarathy, is one of the famous temples of Kerela. Located in the banks of the River Pampa, this revered place is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Built in the simple decor, a characteristic of Kerala temples, it is famous for several …

Location: Wayanad in Kerala Main Deity/Deities: Goddess Bhagavathy Major Attraction: An annual festival Valliyoorkkavu Temple at Wayanad is located at a short distance from Mananthavady. Famous for the worship of goddess Bhagavathy who is manifested in the three forms here, the temple holds a special significance for the tribal communities of Wayanad. The temple is …

Location: Near Thrissur, Kerala Main Deity/Deities: Lord Shiva Major Attraction: Pooram Festival Opening times: 3.00 to 10.30 in the morning and 4.00 to 8.30 in the evening Vadakkumnathan Temple is among the largest temples of Kerala that are dedicated to Lord Shiva. Built in the typical style of Kerala architecture, the place is famous among …

Dedicated to Lord Ayyappa: The temple is devoted to Lord Ayyappa, a revered deity. Seasonal Pilgrimage: The pilgrimage season runs from November to January each year. Ayyappan Devotees: Devotees, called Ayyappans, observe a 41-day penance before visiting. Challenging Trek: Pilgrimage involves a rigorous trek through forests and hills. Controversial Entry: Historic restrictions on women of …

Location: Thirty four kilometers from Kollam, Kerala. Main Deity/Deities: Universal God Major Attraction: Festival of lights Timings: 06:00 AM to 08:00 PM Entry Fee: No entry fee Absence of any idol is the distinctive feature of Oachira Temple. The only deity that preside in the temple premises is the universal God or Parabrahma who is …

Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Main Deity: Sastha Major Attraction: Vishnu Mahotsava Timings: 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm Entry Fee: No entry fee Nested in a lush green forest, Kulathupuzha Temple is situated on the road connecting Trivandrum to Sengottai. The picturesque surroundings presented by Kulathupuzha River that flows nearby attracts the wayfarer. You can enjoy the …