Group-2 Temples

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Aluva Mahadeva Temple

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Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple

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Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple

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Chengannur Mahadeva Temple

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Chettikulangara Devi Temple

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Erumely Sree Dharmasastha Temple

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Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple

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Haripad Sree Subrahmanya Swamy temple

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Malayalappuzha Devi Temple

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Oachira Mahalakshmi Temple

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Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple

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Thrikkadavoor Sree Mahadevar Temple

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Thrikkakara Vamana Moorthy Temple

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Thuravoor Mahakshethram

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Vaikom Mahadeva Temple

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Valiyakoikkal Temple Pandalam

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Valliyamkavu Devi Temple

Aluva Mahadeva Temple

Aluva Mahadeva Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva, and situated on the bank of the Periyar River at Aluva manappuram of Ernakulam District in Kerala state in India. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Shiva, located in main Sanctum Sanctorum, facing west. Aluva is located on the banks of Periyar river, 21 Kms from Ernakulam. The Mahadeva Temple is situated at a distance of 1Km from the Marthanda Varma bridge in NH-47. Aluva Mahadeva Temple is located on the sand bank in between the Mangalppuzha and Periyar river. The unique feature of Aluva Mahadeva Temple is that the Shivalinga is not enshrined in a Sreekovil. The Swayambhoo Shivalinga installed by Lord Parasurama and worshipped by Lord Sree Rama rises out of the sand banks of the Periyar river. This place is called the Aluva Manal Puram (land with sand). The most important festival of Aluva temple is the Maha Shivarathry in Kumbham (February-March). There is no other place in Kerala where Shivarathry is celebrated on such a grand scale as in Aluva. The Shivarathry festival is a colourful celebration and devotees stay awake the whole night in prayer and pay homage to their ancestors. Online pooja booking available now !!

Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple

Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple is a Hindu temple in Ambalappuzha, Alapuzha district of Kerala, India. The Ambalappuzha Sri Krishna Temple is believed to have been built during 17th century AD by the local ruler Chembakasserry Pooradam T h i r u n a l - D e v a n a r a y a n a n Thampuran. The idol at Ambalapuzha is likened to Parthasarthi with a whip in the right hand and a Shankhu (sacred conch) in the left. This temple is directly associated to the Guruvayoor Sree Krishna Temple. The temple is associated with the origin of the famous performing art form of Kerala – Ottamthullal. It is believed that legendary Malayalam poet Kalakkaththu Kunchan Nambiar created this unique art form in the Ambalappuzha Temple premises. Chambakulam Moolam festival is the major festival celebrated in this temple, in the commemoration of bringing the idol to the temple. Aarattu is the second important festival celebrated in the temple. The festival falls on the auspicious day of Thiruvonam. Many cultural dances can also be seen during the festival. Palpayasam is the major offering given to the deity in this temple. Online pooja booking available now !!

Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple

The story goes that the Aranmula Sree Parthasarathy Temple had its idol brought here in a raft made with aru (six) pieces of mula (bamboo). This is what gave the place Aranmulaits name as well. Dedicated to the Hindu Deity Lord Krishna, the temple is situated on the banks of the Pamba River. Valla Sadya is an important event held at the temple on the eve of Ashtami Rohini, in the Malayalam month of Chingam. It is the birthday of Lord Krishna and one of the famous festivals celebrated here. The sadya is massive and includes around 60 varieties of food donated by the devotees to Lord Krishna, the presiding deity of the temple. An interesting aspect of the feast is that guests theatrically demand more food by singing in the Vanchippattu style. The legend is that in a Valla Sadya all dishes asked for must be given to the people in order to please the lord. The procession carrying rice, provision, vegetables and other articles in a specially designed vessel, Thiruvonathoni, for the feast on the Thiruvonam day at the Sree Parthasarathy Temple is also a fabulous spectacle to behold. Today, it hosts some of the finest schools for Kathakali, classical dances, classical music and Kalaripayattu. People come here in large numbers to immerse themselves in the unique and refreshing culture of the place. Online pooja booking available now !!

Chengannur Mahadeva Temple

Chengannur Mahadeva Temple is a prominent Hindu temple, dedicated to Shiva and located in the town of Chengannur in the South Indian state of Kerala. Lord Shiva and his consort Goddess Parvathy, the divine personification of the ideal couple, share the sanctum sanctorum of the iconic Chengannur Mahadeva Temple. Differing from other temples, there are two main Shrines in this temple. Lord Shiva facing East and Devi facing West. The Thripootha Arattu Festival is celebrated here with great pomp and splendour. Compared to other temples, this temple has a peculiarity of its own, quiet distinct from other temples. The interesting belief and festival of this Temple is TRIPUTHARATTU which is considered as a symbol of fertility. This festival is connected with a menstruation ceremony, which is observed periodically in the temple. That is why this temple is also considered as Shakthi Peedam. The temple, situated about 5 km south of Thiruvalla, is located in Alappuzha district. Nearest railway station: Chengannur, about a km; Thiruvalla, about 10 km and Changanassery, about 18 km. Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 119 km. Online pooja booking available now !!

Chettikulangara Devi Temple

Chettikulangara Sree Bhagavathi temple is one of the most renowned Hindu temples in Kerala. Main deity Sree Bhadrakali, The temple is located at Chettikulangara in Mavelikkara taluk of Alappuzha district in the Indian state of Kerala. Many followers of the theory of Kerala’s genesis by Parasurama firmly believe that he had established 108 Durga temples, 108 Siva temples, numerous Sasthatemples, besides 108 Kalaris (place to learn traditional martial arts in front of the deity), Sakthi Kendras etc. Besides he had established five Ambalayas. Jagadambika of Chettikulangara, the Goddess of Oodanadu, is among the five Ambalayams. Though enough historical evidences and authentic study materials are not available to support, it is believed that this temple dates back to more than 1200 years. Devotee offerings include Kumkumarchana, Raktha Puzhpanjali, Panthirunazhi, Bhagavathi Seva, various types of Payasams, Niramala and Vilakku. The main Upadevathas in the temple premises are Yakshi (a typical Central Travancore concept of bewitchingly attractive fairy witches who feed on human blood with super natural powers), Muhurthi, Rakshas (a fierce super natural creature who feed on humans), Thevara Moorthy, Kannamballi bhagavathi, Ganapathi, Nagarajav (King of serpents), Naga Yakshi, Balakan, Vallyachan ( Central Travancore parlance for family chieftains) etc. Besides, there is a small temple for Moolasthanam. Online pooja booking available now !!

Erumely Sree Dharmasastha Temple

Erumely Sree Dharmasastha Temple is a traditional Hindu temple located in Erumely town in Kottayam district in the Indian state of Kerala. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa or Dharmasastha. It is also an important meeting place of Sabarimala pilgrims. There is also an ancient mosque dedicated to Vavar who is considered to be the friend of Lord Ayyappa.During the Mandala and Makaravilakku seasons lakhs of pilgrims arrive here on their way to Sabarimalai. Erumeli is also famous for Pettathullal. Before the devotees start Pettathullal they offer Prayers at the mosque of Vavar. Thus Erumeli displays a very colourful picture of Hindu-Muslim religious harmony and co-operation, which is a very rare example of unity in diversity. Online pooja booking available now !!

Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple

Ettumanoor Mahadeva temple is an ancient Shiva temple in Kottayam, Kerala, India. It has brought glory and fame to the place. Temple tradition have it that the Pandavas and the sage Vyasa had worshipped at this temple. The name of the place has its origin from the word 'manoor', which means the land of deer. The painting of Nataraja (depiction of Lord Shiva as the cosmic dancer) in the gopuram (ornate temple tower) is very famous. The temple is also renowned for the annual Ezharaponnana (the seven-and-a-half elephants finished in gold) Ezhunallathu (procession). Ettumanoor Mahadeva temple celebrates the grand Aarattu festival on the Thiruvathira day in February-March every year. This festival attracts a large number of devotees. Thulabharam is one of the important rituals performed in this temple. Online pooja booking available now !!

Haripad Sree Subrahmanya Swamy temple

The Sree Subrahmanya Swamy temple in Haripad is one of the largest and oldest temples in Kerala. This temple dedicated to Subrahmanya Swamy is known as Dakshina Palani. It is believed that the temple was established even before the advent of Kaliyuga. It is believed that the idol has been used by Parasurama for Poojas and was left in Kandanalloor in Govindamuttom Backwaters from which it was recovered. It is said that all the landlords of Eakachakra (the then Haripad) had vision regarding the idol in the sametime which led them to find the idol in Kayamkulam lake.The idol was brought ashore at Nelpurakadavu. In commemoration of retrieval of the idol Vigraha Labdhi Jalolsavam is conducted in Payippad river for three days, after Thiruvonam. Legend has it that the idol was kept for public viewing for Ara Nazhika (half an hour) under a banyan tree that belonged to a Christian family,Tharakanmar. There still exist a small temple where the idol was kept known as "Ara Nazhika Ambalam" Online pooja booking available now !!

Malayalappuzha Devi Temple

Malayalappuzha Devi Temple is a Bhadrakali temple situated at Malayalappuzha in Pathanamthitta in Kerala, India. It is believed that the temple was built more than 1000 years ago. In the temple, Bhadrakali is seen in a ferocious form soon after the killing of the demon, Darika. Malayalapuzha Devi is believed to grant boons for extending prosperity to all the devotees. The goddess is worshiped for protecting the devotee from enemies, getting the unmarried girls married, obtaining job for the unemployed, and helping businesses flourish. This popular belief and faith makes the temple visited by devotees from far locations. The devi is also known as Goddess Idathattil Bhagwathi. Online pooja booking available now !!

Oachira Mahalakshmi Temple

Mahalakshmi Temple is Lakshmi temple located at Oachira,Kerala Online pooja booking available now !!

Thirunakkara Mahadeva Temple

Thirunakkara Mahadevar Temple situated in the heart of Kottayam city is one of the 108 revered Shivalayas in central Kerala. The temple is about 500 years old and was built by the Thekkumkoor raja. It also preserves a number of unique sculptures and murals of various Hindu deities. A common belief is that the idol of Shiva here is installed by sage Parashurama himself. The Thekkukkoor royal family considered the idol as their paradevatha (tutelary deity) in the form of "Thirunakkara thevar" Online pooja booking available now !!

Thrikkadavoor Sree Mahadevar Temple

Thrikkadavoor is a small town located on the banks of the Ashtamudi backwater in Kollam district. It is about 5 km from Kollam town. The Sree Mahadeva temple is an ancient temple situated in the village of Thrikkadavoor and is the most prominent of Shiva temples in the district. The annual ten-day festival of the temple is a splendid celebration attended by thousands of people. The highly devotional Thiruvathira festival and the resplendent kettukazha add to the charm of the festival. Online pooja booking available now !!

Thrikkakara Vamana Moorthy Temple

Thrikkakara Temple is one of the few temples in India dedicated to Lord Vamana the fifth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is situated in Thrikkakara, 2 kilometers east of Idapally near Cochi. The name Thrikkakkara means the holy place where Lord placed His foot. The traditional festival of Kerala - Onam historically too related with this temple. The 10 day long annual festival in this temple is held in the month of Chingam (Augest - September). The utsavam begins with kodiyettu on Atham day and ends with arattu on Thiruvonam day. In this temple there are two seperate sreekovils for Lord Vamana and Lord Shiva. Five poojas - Ushapooja, Ethruthapooja, Pantheeradypooja, Uchapooja and Athazhapooja - and three Sheevelis- Ethrutha Sheeveli, Ucha Sheeveli and Athazha Sheeveli are conducted daily. Online pooja booking available now !!

Thuravoor Mahakshethram

Thuravoor Mahakshethram is one of the oldest monument temple is located in Chertala. Two separate temples in close proximity - within the same compound - reflect the synthesis of a unique and mysterious divine power. The idol of Sree Narasimhamoorthy is said to have originated in the holy city of Kashi (Varanasi). Swami Padmapadar (8th century AD), the principal disciple of Adi Sankaracharya, had worshipped the very same idol at Kashi. Of the two temples here, it is believed that the one dedicated to Sudarsanamoorthy was the first to come into existence. Though there is no record of its origin, the temple is estimated to be over 1300 years old. There are scholars who hold that the circular- shaped Sreekovil belongs to the Thretha Yuga; according to others, its origin dates back to the Dwapara Yuga. Some palmleaf texts on the temple do exist; but nobody has yet been able to understand or decipher them. As for the Narasimhamoorthy temple, records do show that it came into being sometime in the 7th century AD, during the reign of a Chera king named Keralendran. His guru was the great Muringottu Adigal, a well-known Tulu Brahmin priest and scholar. Online pooja booking available now !!

Vaikom Mahadeva Temple

The Vaikom Mahadeva Temple is a temple for the Hindu god Shiva in Vaikom, Kerala. The temple, along with Ettumanoor Siva Temple, Kaduthuruthy Thaliyil Mahadeva Temple is considered a powerful trisome. The belief is that if a devotee worships at these three temples before 'Ucha pooja', all the wishes are fulfilled. The Vaikom Mahadeva temple is one of the few temples which is held in reverence by both Shaivaites and the Vaishnavaites. Vaikom's Shiva is fondly called Vaikkathappan. The Shiva Linga here is believed to be from the ‘Treta yuga’ and considered as one of the oldest temples in Kerala where pooja has not been broken since inception. Online pooja booking available now !!

Valiyakoikkal Temple Pandalam

Valiakoikkal Temple is the family temple of the Pandalam Royal Family. The temple is located at Pandalam in Pathanamthitta District, Kerala. It is situated within the Pandalam Palace premises. The main deity is Ayyappan. Procession of the Thiruvabharanam (Sacred Ornaments) towards Sabarimala shrine starts from the Valiyakoikkal temple every year before the Makaravilakku festival. Millions of devotees visit this temple every year during the Makaravilakku festive season. Makara Vilakku: Makara Vilakkui is the most anticipated festival at the Ayyappa Temple. It takes place at the time when the Dakshinayana Punyakalam ends and Uttarayan or Uttarayana Punyakalam starts. Parashurama first lit the Makaravilakku after installing the murti of Ayyappa. The jewellery to adorn the idol during the celebrations is brought from Pandalam Palace in a ceremonial procession that starts from Valiya Koyikkal Sastha Temple at Pandalam. The poojas and rituals associated with Makara Vilakku are performed on the Manimandapam (sacred platform). Online pooja booking available now !!

Valliyamkavu Devi Temple

Valliyamkavu Devi Temple is a historic Durga shrine located near Travancore Rubber and Tea Company, 15 km east to 35th mile near Mundakkayam. The temple and its surroundings falls under the Peerumedu tehsil of Idukki district. The shrine has two separate sanctum sanctorums – one dedicated to fierce Goddess Bhadrakali and another dedicated to the motherly form of Parashakti Durga. Legend has it that the murti of Durga worshiped in the temple was originally worshipped by Pandavas and Panchali during their exile period inthe Mahabharata. The murti of Bhadrakali was installed by the tribals of the region. The temple courted trouble when some people suspected that the tribals were performing ‘bali’ (human and animal sacrifice) in the shrine. The government then took over the temple. Even today, the temple performs symbolic ‘guruti or bali’ using white pumpkin after the last puja. Guruti is not performed in the shrine when Sabarimala Temple opens for Mandala Makaravilakku season. The Guruti restarts with Mahaguruti after the Makaravilakku festival in Sabarimala. Thousands of devotees witness the Mahaguruti, which is believed to bring luck and prosperity. The main temple festival is observed on the Bharani day in Meenam month as per traditional Malayalam Calendar. Pongala ritual is observed on the day. An important offering at the temple is red color sari along with thali. Another offering is naranga vilakku (lemon lamp). Online pooja booking available now !!

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