Pilgrimage in Kerala

Kerala is the land of traditons and culture, adorned with the several sacred places. The state houses the people of different religions and castes, as Hindu, Christian, Jews and Muslims. All these people go their respective shrines and places to worship, and thus Kerala emerges out as a hub of pilgrimages. Some of the most important and renowned pilgrimages in Kerala are:

Aruvikkara Aruvippuram Bharananganam Sabarimala Aruvikkara Aruvikkara is a famous pilgrimage of the state, dedicated to Bhagwati-the Goddess of power. It is situated at a short distance of 16 km from Thiruvananthapuram. Located at the bank of river Karamana and splendid waterfall nearby enrich the temple with panoramic view. The mini dam nearby, is another major attraction of the temple, it supplies water to capital of the state. The temple is a famous picnic spot of the region, numerous tourists rush here every year. Aruvippuram Aruvippuram is a small temple, dedicated to Hindu Lord Shiva, situated 24 km from Thiruvananthapuram. Set amidst the refreshing surroundings, the temple was built by the famous Hindu reformer – Shree Narayana Guru. Although the temple is small, yet it is quite popular and visited picnic spot. Its name is after the name of a river, beside which the temple is located. Bharananganam Bharananganam is a famous pilgrim center of Christians, situated 5 km east of Palai on the Kottayam-Erattupett Road. It is an 100 years old church, associated with Sister Alphonsa, the holy saint of Catholics. On 28th July, her death anniversary is celebrated as a ceremony with great enthuciasm. Guruvayoor Temple It is one of the most visited as well as the oldest temples of the state, dedicated to Hindu Lord Vishnu, who is worshiped here as Lord Krishna. Millions of devotees visit this temple every year. People believe that, once you will come to this temple, you just get rid of all the problems and depressions. The temple is best known for its distinctive Kerala architecture. Sabarimala This magnificent shrine is located atop of a hill, approx 1000 m above the sea level in Sahyadri ranges, on the Western Ghats. The temple id dedicated to Lord Ayyappan, the integration of Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna. Before making a trip to the temple pilgrims go through a strict routine of fasting and wear black cloths. It is believed that during the auspicious day of pilgrimage a divine Light (Makara Villaku) is seen on the adjacent hill, which evidences the presence of Lord Ayyappan. Famous Cities of Kerala Backwaters of Kerala Festivals of Kerala   Alleppey   Ernakulam   Idukki   Kannur   Kerala Backwaters   Kuttanad Backwaters   Kettuvallam Boats   Kerala House Boats   Aaranmula Boat Race   Aarattu   Aarattupuzha Pooram   Aattachamayam Kerala Wildlife Kerala Beaches Ayurveda and Meditation   Aaralam Sanctuary   Chinnar Sanctuary   Peechi Vazhani   Idukki Wildlife   Alappuzha Beach   Beypore Beach   Dharmadam Island   Ezhimala Beach   Ayurveda in Kerala   Meditation and Yoga   Ayurveda Resorts   Rejuvenation Prog. Kerala Travel Packages Hotels in Kerala   Kerala Curry & Cultural Tour   Amazing Kerala   Backwater Package   Kerala Spice Tours   Kerlyeem Magic   Kerala at its Best   Rejuvenation and Meditation   South India Cultural Tour   Alappuzha Hotels   Cochin (Kochi) Hotels   Idukki Hotels   Kozhikode (Calicut) Hotels   Kumarakom Hotels   Munnar Hotels   Palakkad Hotels   Thiruvanthapuram Hotels