Sree Vallabha Temple
Sree Vallabha Temple things to do, attractions, restaurants, events info and trip planning
Learn more insights from Wanderboat AIDescription
cultural
family friendly
The Sreevallabha Temple is a highly orthodox Hindu temple dedicated to Sreevallabha, a form of Vishnu. It is one of the oldest and biggest Temples of Kerala and has been a major destination for devotees all over India for centuries.
attractions: St. John's Malankara Syriac Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral, Paliakara St. George Orthodox Church, restaurants: Padmavilasam Hotel Thiruvalla, Blue Moon Restaurant | Thiruvalla
Ratings
Description
The Sreevallabha Temple is a highly orthodox Hindu temple dedicated to Sreevallabha, a form of Vishnu. It is one of the oldest and biggest Temples of Kerala and has been a major destination for devotees all over India for centuries.
Posts
Nice & calm atmosphere. Good spiritual feel inside the temple premises. One thing worried me was now they are not providing any prasad or chandan due to covid protocols of devaswom board. Finally i had to take black tikka from lamp instead of prasad. Temple have a good drinking water purifier near the entrance. Various paintings & sculptures of SreeVallabha, Garuda etc. are marvellous. You will really enjoy peaceful atmosphere of the temple. Sree Vallabha Temple is considered to be the vallabha(Lord vishnu) kshethram mentioned in Garuda Purana and Matsya Purana. Kathakali is played daily in the temple as an offering, pushing it to the top in India in terms of places where Kathakali is staged in largest number of days per year. Lord Vishnu appeared here as Sreevallabhan for sage Durvasa and Khandakarnan. Here there is a special pooja place dedicated for them. Pleased by prayers of an old Brahmin lady Sreevallabhan incarnated as a brahmachari and killed the demon Thokalaasuran. Later the deity of Sreevallabhan worshipped by Lakshmi and Krishna has been installed in the temple in 59 BC. From then till date, the temple follows its own worship protocol that is known to be followed nowhere else yet. Sage Durvasa and Saptarishi are said to reach the temple every midnight for worshipping the Lord. Present Thiruvalla was once a village among 64 Namboothiri villages in Kerala and is one among the oldest human settlements in India. Since this place is situated at the mouth (vai) of Manimala River (valla river) it had been known as ‘vallavai’ and later transforned into ‘thiruvalla’. Thanks for reading my review.
Ashish Krishna മേനോൻ-കാളീപുത്രൻ (MallumuserMedia founder)Ashish Krishna മേനോൻ-കാളീപുത്രൻ (MallumuserMedia founder)
70
SreeVallabha Temple is located in Thiruvalla Municipality, Pathanamthitta District in the State if Kerala. It is one of the ancient Vaishnava temples in South India. Main deity is MahaVishnu in the form of SreeVallabha.The idol is about 6 feet tall.This is the only temple where 5 main poojaas are conducted daily.viz., Ushapooja, Uchapooja, Deeparadhana, Naalaampooja and Athaazhapooja. The idol is dressed in 5 different attires on each Pooja. The weapon of Lord Vishnu Sudharshana Chakra is worshipped as Sudharshana Moorthy on the western side of the temple. The temple has its own distinct Moolamanthram. The main offering is Kathakali. Almost every day Kathakali is performed late evening. The 'GarudaMadathara ' on the eastern entrance is an attraction. It stands on a single granite. Atop is the sculpture of Garuda (Holy Eagle) .There is a tall gold-plated flag post on the east. Annual 10 day temple festival starts on 26.03.2020. Another festival is Uthrashiveli which falls in April/ May every year.. Three deities from temples located in the distant suburbs arrive for blessings from SreeVallabha.. The sight of the 3 deities with Lord SreeVallabha and Sudharshana Moorthy is very auspicious.
Suchitra SaradaSuchitra Sarada
20
Sreevallabha Temple is a highly orthodox Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Sreevallabhan. It is one of the oldest and biggest Temples of Kerala, and has been a major destination for devotees all over India for centuries. Located in Thiruvalla city, this ocean of orthodoxy is well known for its architectural grandeur and unique customs[ that can be found in no other temples. There are stone-wooden carvings and mural paintings inside the temple. Being one among 108 Divya Desams, Sreevallabha temple has been glorified by Alvars and many other ancient works. It is considered to be the vallabha kshethram mentioned in Garuda Purana and Matsya Purana. Kathakali is played daily in the temple as an offering, pushing it to the top in India in terms of places where Kathakali is staged in largest number of days per year. Lord Vishnu appeared here as Sreevallabhan for sage Durvasa and Khandakarnan.
Prasanth Kumar S RPrasanth Kumar S R
30
The Sree Vallabha Temple in Pathanamthitta, Kerala, holds significance as a Vishnu temple, with Lord Vishnu revered as "Shrivallabhan," the primordial man. As one of the 108 Vaishnava shrines celebrated by the Azhwars, the devotional poets, it carries deep spiritual and cultural importance. The temple's architectural beauty, spiritual ambiance, and historical significance make it a must-visit for devotees. The temple's serene surroundings and devotion-filled atmosphere offer visitors a tranquil and uplifting experience. Overall, good experience. Notes: Deity: Lord Vishnu Location: Thiruvalla District: Pathanamthitta, Kerala, India Darshana Timing: Morning - 4.30 am to 11.30 am Evening - 5 pm to 8 pm. Ambience: Calm and quiet place Speciality: Offering Annadanam at noon Thank you!
Arun MenonArun Menon
20
Again one of the very few Vishnu temples and one among the 108 Divya Desam temples. The dirty is worshipped in the form of vallabha swamy. The temple has its own customary celebrations and daily poojas. Ancient temple with a madapa dedicated to Garuda at the entrance of the temple before we visit the garba griha.traditional art form of kathakali is performed at this temple on a daily basis to save the art form. One can see a lot of paintings done by local people showcased on the walls at the entrance. There is kalyani in front of the temple and has lots of fishes which people don't miss feeding. Visit in the evenings if you do not want to miss the kathakali performances.
Lakshmi RajkumarLakshmi Rajkumar
00
Beautiful Kerala traditional temple. One of the ancient temples in Tiruvalla. Must visit during the annual temple festival.
Ajay NairAjay Nair
10
Nearby Attractions Of Sree Vallabha Temple
St. John's Malankara Syriac Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral
Paliakara St. George Orthodox Church
St. John's Malankara Syriac Catholic Metropolitan Cathedral
4.6
(661)Click for details
Paliakara St. George Orthodox Church
4.6
(184)Click for details
Nearby Restaurants Of Sree Vallabha Temple
Padmavilasam Hotel Thiruvalla
Blue Moon Restaurant | Thiruvalla
Padmavilasam Hotel Thiruvalla
4.2
(92)$
Click for details
Blue Moon Restaurant | Thiruvalla
3.0
(36)Click for details
Reviews
Overview
4.7
(1.3K reviews)
Deep Dive
A deep dive into Sree Vallabha Temple
- Unable to get your location