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Chengannur Temple is a temple in Kerala dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathy. It was built around 1500 years ago and has a legendary traditional architecture. It is one of the famous and oldest temples with two shrines. Lord Shiva faces east and Goddess Parvathy faces the west. The idol of Devi is made with an alloy of five metals, called Panchaloham, and the Shivalingam is covered with a gold plate bearing an image of Ardhanareeswara. It’s quite a unique temple owing to its belief and festival called Triputharattu, which is a symbol of fertility.
Location
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The temple lies near the Pamba River, in the heart of Chengannur, in the Alappuzha district. It is a sprawling complex with a circular sanctum.
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How To Reach
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By Air – The nearest airport is Kochi International Airport. From there, the tourists can take a cab or a taxi to reach the temple.
By Rail – The nearby railway stations are Chengannur (2 km), Thiruvalla (10 km), and Changanassery (18 km). Taxis, cabs, and autos run from the station to the temple.
By Road – Chengannur is situated between Thiruvalla and Pandalam on Main Central Road. regular bus service is available. You can also hire a taxi.
Places To Visit Near Chengannur Temple
1. Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple
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Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is built in a Kerala-style architecture and is believed to have been built by Yudhishtra, the eldest of the Pandavas. The Lord faces east and the holy tank is known as Shanku Teertam. There are also shrines of Lord Krishna and Lord Sastha. Tourists visit this temple to witness its history and also the beauty of the temple. Its relevance to the Pandavas makes it very special for Hindu devotees.
Location: Chengannur
Timings: 5:30 AM – 10:30 AM and 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Suggested Read: Vishnu Temples In Kerala
2. Puthukulangara Devi Temple
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The Puthukulangara Devi Temple is an ancient Hindu temple in Kerala. It is dedicated to Goddess Durga Devi. It celebrates a very famous festival Padayani, which is worth witnessing. It begins in the Malayalam month. It is marked by the presentation of a vibrant ritual art form called Patayani and ends with the Mangala Kolam dance. Tourists visit this temple to seek the blessings of Devi Durga and witness the beautiful architecture of the temple.
Location: Othera village near Chengannur
Timings: 6 AM – 9:30 AM and 5 PM – 7:30 PM
3. Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple
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The Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple is one of the “Divya Desams” dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is one of the most important Krishna temples connected with the legend of Mahabharata. Parthasarathy is another name for Lord Krishna on account of his role as Arjuna’s Charioteer. Valla Sadya is an important event celebrated here on the eve of Ashtami Rohini, in the Malayalam month.
Location: Banks of rover Pamba in Pathanamthitta
Timings: 4:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM
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Where To Stay
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Tourists will find some good hotels near Chengannur Railway Station that offer good comfort and services. Some decent places to stay near the temple are – Hotel Bhagavath Gardens, Ethereal Residency, Empire Residency, Hotel Maharaj Palace, Hotel Priya, and Gilead Holliday Chenganoor.
Where To Eat
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You will find great eating options in Chengannur that offer multi-cuisines as well as tasty South Indian delicacies. Some top restaurants in Chengannur are – Vensec Kitchens, Lazeezo Shawarma Joint, Priya Hotels, Aryaas Vegetarian Hotel & Restaurant, and more.
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Best Time To Visit
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The best time to visit this temple is in the winter months from September to March, as the weather is very comfortable and pleasant to indulge in outdoor excursions. Also, the greenery in Kerala is at its best during these months, which will make you feel closer to nature.
Chengannur Temple, Alappuzha is an ancient temple with great significance. Its unique festival makes it a completely distinct temple from other temples as it celebrates the menstruation of Goddesses. Due to this, the temple is also considered as the Shakthi Peedam. It also has exquisite woodwork and beautiful mural paintings that will make you awestruck. Plan a trip with TripXL and get to experience an exciting itinerary for Kerala.
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