Templer i Kerala

Kerala's Sacred Temples

Kerala's temple landscape is defined by the unique Vastu Shastra architectural style, featuring sloping tiled roofs, intricate wood carvings, and vibrant mural paintings. This collection spans from the gold-plated towers of Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple to the forest shrine of Sabarimala. These sites serve as centers for ancient arts and rituals, such as the Kettukazhacha festival at Chettikulangara and the historic Nalambalam pilgrimage, reflecting the region's deep spiritual and historical heritage.

Kerala's Sacred Temples — Kort

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Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple

The Padmanabhaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of the state of Kerala, India.

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Ettumannur Maha Deva Temple

Ettumanoor Mahadeva temple is an ancient Shiva temple in Kottayam, Kerala, India.

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Vadakkunnathan Temple

The Vadakkumnathan Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva in Thrissur, in the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.

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Sabarimala Temple

The Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Ayyappan, who is also known as Dharma Shasta and is the son…

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Amabalapuzha Sree Krishna Temple

Built in the 17th century, this temple is renowned for its traditional Kerala architecture and the Ambalapuzha Palpayasam, a famous sweet milk porridge offered to the deity.

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Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple

Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple is located at Nayathod, a small village in Ernakulam District, Kerala, India.

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Mahadevar Temple

A historic Shiva temple in Thiruvananthapuram, featuring traditional Kerala stone architecture and a dedicated sanctum for Mahadeva.

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Kattuvallil Ayyapa Temple

A shrine dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, known for its annual festivals and rituals that mirror the traditions of the Sabarimala pilgrimage.

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chettikulangara

Dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali, this temple is famous for the annual Kettukazhacha festival, which showcases massive decorated structures and wooden chariots.

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Thriporittakkavu Devi Temple

A historic Devi temple located in Kilimanoor, characterized by its traditional gabled roofs and peaceful courtyard typical of southern Kerala shrines.

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Triprayar Sreeramaswami Temple

The first of the four Nalambalam temples, this shrine on the banks of the Karuvannur River is dedicated to Lord Rama and features detailed wood carvings.

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Shiva Temple

An ancient Shiva shrine in the Palakkad district, featuring traditional Kerala-style sanctum architecture and stone masonry.

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Puthoorppilly Sree Krishnaswamy Temple

Puthoorppilly Sreekrishna temple is located at Manjapra, a small village in Ernakulam District, Kerala, India.

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Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadev Temple

The Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple is a Siva temple in India. The specialty of this temple is that the deity have been done giving…

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Annamanada Mahadeva Temple

Annamanada Mahadeva Temple is a Hindu temple located at Annamanada in Thrissur District, Kerala. The presiding deity of the temple is Shiva.

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Achankovil Sastha Temple

The Achankovil Sastha Temple is a Hindu temple located near the banks of the Achankovil River in the Kollam district in the Indian state of…

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