Kovalam Temples Tour,Sree Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple Kovalam

Sree Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple Kovalam

Sree Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple, the temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is an awe-inspiring structure that has a 100 feet high 'gopuram', built in Dravidian style. Sree Ananthapadmanabhaswamy Temple, the temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Kerala

Sree Ananthapadmanabhaswamy Temple, the temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Kerala

City's historical landmark, the structure of the main building is a blend of the Kerala and Dravidian styles of architecture.

The temple, known for the Mural paintings and stone carvings is one among the 108 temples dedicated to Vishnu in India. A magnificent array of gods, goddesses, nymphs, sprites and demons adorn the seven-storey 'gopuram' that forms the temple tower.

Lord Vishnu, the presiding deity, reclines in the posture of 'Ananthashayanam' on the coiled serpent 'Anantha'. The temple is a proud specimen of South Indian and Dravidian architectural styles.

Renovated in 1733 AD by the then ruler of Travancore, Raja Marthanda Varma, this holy shrine attracts thousands of Hindu devotees. There are innumerable pillars, intricate carvings and Mural paintings.

Outside the temple courtyard, there is a medley of shops that sell souvenirs, handicrafts, woodcarvings and handiwork of sandal. One can witness the craftsmen do their work right from carving the wood to polishing.

In the October/November months of every year, there is held the Navarathri Festival of musical concerts at the Navarathri Mandapam, adjacent to the main building of the temple. Only Hindus are allowed inside and dress regulations are strictly followed.

General Information

Location

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Founded By

Raja Marthanda Varma

Deity

Lord Vishnu

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