The St. Sebastian’s Church in Arthunkal is an important Christian pilgrim centre. Located in Alappuzha the church is noted for the ten-day annual festival, popularly known as Arthunkal Perunnal. Celebrated in January every year, devotees from different parts of the State swarm the church on the feast days. Getting there Nearest railway station: Cherthala, about […]
Situated on the Kollam – Shenkottai Road, Ariankavu is famous for the shrine dedicated to Lord Ayyappa. Mandala Pooja and Trikalyanam celebrated in the month of December are the main festivals here. Getting there Nearest railway station: Kollam Junction, about 78 km away Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 92 km away
Arattupuzha is a culturally significant village located in Thrissur district of Kerala. This village, about 15 km from the town of Thrissur is renowned for the annual pooram festival called Arattupuzha Pooram held in April/May. The Sree Sastha Temple, dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, which is believed to be more than 3000 years old and its […]
Dedicated to Lord Sree Krishna, this temple siutated on the banks of the holy River Pamba, attracts large crowds of devotees. It is said that the idol was brought here in a raft made with aru (six) pieces of mula (bamboo) which gave the town its name, Aranmula. Various cultural organisations at Aranmula imparts training […]
Ananthapura Lake Temple in Kasaragod, built in 9th century, is the only lake temple in Kerala and is the moolasthanam (original abode) of Ananthapadmanabha, the deity of Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. The sanctum sanctorum of temple is reachable only by a bridge. A crocodile at the temple pond, said to be 150 years old, […]
Built in the typical Kerala architectural style, Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple is famous all over India for the Palpayasam, a daily offering of deliciously sweet milk porridge. It is also in this temple that Pallipana is performed by Velans (sorcerers), once in every twelve years. Paintings of the Dasavatharam (the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu) […]
Alathiyur Hanuman Temple is one of the famous Hanuman Temples in Kerala.The temple is also dedicated to Lord Sree Rama and Bharatha. Located in Malappuram district, the temple is situated about 12 km from Tirur. Naivedyam (holy food) and Aval (flattened rice) constitute special offerings at the temple. Getting there Nearest railway station: Tirur Railway […]
Alapra, surrounded by the forest of Ponthanpuzha is a picturesque village, located near Erumeli in the Kottayam district of Kerala.The Alapra Thacharikkal Bhagavathi Temple located amidst the forest is the only place in Kottayam district where Padayani, a ritual art is performed. Stunning views, spectacular waterfalls, mysterious caves and muniyaras added to the natural attractions […]
One of the main temples of Lord Ayyappa, it is believed that the idol of Achankovil temple is consecrated by Lord Parasurama himself. This temple, located in Kollam distict, is similar to the famous shrine at Sabarimala. The Manalar falls and the Kumbuvurutty falls, which also has a Nature Interaction Centre, are on the way […]
The dense tropical forests of Chimmini, shelter diverse flora and fauna. The dam across the Chimmini river offers a breathtaking view. This picturesque picnic spot is a favourite haunt of the local people. Located in the Mukundapuram Taluk of Thrissur district, Chimmini is only a tow-hour drive from Kochi. The Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary which was […]
