Thriprayar temple located on the banks of river Teevar, in Thriprayar, Thrissur is a significant pilgrimage centre dedicated to Lord Rama. The idol of the deity closely resembles Lord Vishnu, with four arms holding a conch, a disc, a garland and a bow. Sree Rama of the temple is often known by the names, Thriprayarappan…
In the heart of Thrissur city, within a land of 9 acres, there stands one of the most ancient temples in Kerala, Vadakkumnathan temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. This 1000 years old temple is believed to be constructed by Lord Parasuram. The temple is quite rich in Kerala culture and heritage with its Kerala style…
Residing on an elevated platform of the golden shores of the Arabian Sea, Aazhimala Siva Temple located in Kazhivoor is one of the major temples that attracts thousands of Shiva devotees from India and abroad. “Azhi” means sea and “mala” means hill thus the name, Aazhimala Siva Temple, got derived from the place it stays….
Attukal Bhagavathi Temple is a world-famous temple with a Guinness Book Record for “the largest gathering of women in the world”. An average of about 1.5 million women gather around to celebrate the famous Pongal festival on Karthika day of Kumbham month, which comes around February or March. Pongal rituals can only be performed by…
In the charming shades of pink, there stands a legendary mosque Beemapalli Dargah Shareef at Beemapalli, the suburb in Thiruvananthapuram. The mosque is renowned for the tomb of Syedunnisa Beema Beevi, a saintly Muslim woman. Beevi and her son Syed Shuhada Maheen Abubacker are believed to have migrated from Arabia to preach Islam religion. It…
Owing to its gothic architecture, majesty, and historical significance, CSI Christ Church is one of the ancient churches in Trivandrum. The church is about 150 years old, with its glory hiking along the years passing by. The church was built in 1859 by the early Christian settlers in Munnar. The gothic architecture is accompanied by…
Karikkakom Chamundi Devi Temple, commonly known as Karikkakom Devi Temple, stays upfront in the heart of Trivandrum city, elevating the religious and historic significance of Karikkakom. The temple has an ancient history of about 600 years, enclosed within dense greenery of tall trees and coconut palms from all sides. Karikkakom Devi or Chamundi Devi, the…
Hidden in the Western Ghats, bordering Kerala and Tamil Nadu, Sholayar Dam is a beautiful spot for nature lovers and anyone who enjoys a good view. It’s part of the Sholayar Hydroelectric Project, which is important for generating power and helping with irrigation in the area. What makes Sholayar Dam special? The scenery is simply…
Irachil Para Waterfalls is located at Kovilkadavu, on the route from Marayoor to Kanthalloor in Kerala’s Idukki district. Cascading from a height of approximately 300 meters with a gentle flow, the waterfall offers an experience similar to a refreshing rain shower. The picturesque setting feels like a movie scene, creating a serene atmosphere that soothes…
Vembanad Lake is the largest lake in Kerala and one of the longest in India. It’s a stunning stretch of water that captures the heart of Kerala’s famous backwaters. Spread across districts like Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Ernakulam, this lake is a paradise for nature lovers, bird watchers, and anyone looking for peace in a beautiful…
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