Kerala is a state that is synonymous to nature’s beauty. This extremely beautiful place boasts of the best tea gardens, hills, waterfalls, beaches and backwaters. Kerala is also home to some of the finest temples in India. The religious history of this state is largely influenced by its neighbouring state, Tamil Nadu. Up to the 3rd century, Kerala was under the influence of the Tamil culture, which can be noticed in the architecture of the ancient temples in Kerala. From the 16th century, Kerala temples have inscriptions in the Malayalam language and have their own style of construction. Kerala temples are usually simple constructions, unlike the Tamil temples. This article explores some of the most famous temples in Kerala.

Most Famous Temples In Kerala:

Here is the list of Hindu Temples in Kerala With Images.

1. Ayyappa Temple Kerala:

The Sabarimala Ayyappa temple is famous across the world and is one of the largest pilgrim destinations with an annual 50 million devotees visiting it. It is located in the Periyar Tiger Reserve, which is a dense forest area. The main temple is located on the top of the hill and is said to be the place where prince Ayyappa meditated. It is famous for its Makaravilakku which happens in the month of January.

2. Guruvayoor Temple:

Guruvayoor temple is dedicated to the worship of Lord Krishna. The temple is located in the town of Guruvayur and is referred to as Bhuloka Vaikunta, by the devotees. As per legends, the idol that is worshipped here is more than 5000 years old and also has a temple tank called the Rudratheertham. There is a strict dress code for people entering the temple and no exceptions are allowed.

Address: Guruvayur Devaswom, East Nada, Guruvayur, Kerala 680101.

Temple Timings: 3:00am to 12:30pm, 4:30pm to 9:15pm.

3. Padmanabhaswamy Temple In Thiruvanthapuram: