Pilgrimage Aruvippuram Kerala

Aruvippuram is a pilgrim centre located in a picturesque location, 24 kms from Thiruvananthapuram. It is also a small but lovely picnic spot.

The place derives its name from a stream.A small temple dedicated to Lord Siva was built here by Sree Narayana Guru, the great Hindu reformer.

This holy shrine attracts a number of devotees during the 'Sivarathri' festival in March.

General Information

Location
24 kms from Thiruvananthapuram

Founded By
Sree Narayana Guru

Prime Attractions of Trivandrum (Thiruvananthapuram)

Aaranmula Boat Race

The Aaranmula Boat Race is staged each year in the scenic village of Aaranmula in August/ September.

This river carnival is part of the Aaranmula Temple festival. more..

Varkala Beach

Varkala is a sea side resort, as well as an important Hindu centre of pilgrimage.

High cliffs with rich mineral springs rise majestically from the coastline.

Suggested Kerala Temples

Mangala devi temple, the ancient temple is located 15 kms from Thekkady.

It lies hidden in the dense woods at the top of a peak 1337 m above sea level.

Thiruvalla temple is one of the largest temples of Kerala and a fine specimen of its traditional style of temple architecture.

The temple has many shrines though it is mainly dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Kerala Fair & Festivals

	Konganpada Festival
	Konganpada is a festival combining religious beliefs with history, celebrated at the Bhagavathy temple at Chittoor, 11 kms from Palakkad town.
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	Madhur Manantheshwara Festival
	The five day annual festival at Sree Manantheswara Vinayaka temple at Madhur in Kasargod is a colorful event.
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	Malabar Mahotsavam Festival
	Malabar Mahotsavam is a cultural extravaganza that showcases the centuries old rich cultural heritage of Kerala.
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	Miladi Sherif Muslim Festival
	The most important event of the festival is the recital of 'Moulood', a short biography of the Prophet written in Arabic.
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