Opening Hours: 3:30 am - 4:45 am, 6:30–7 am, 8:30–10 am, 10:30–11:15 am, 12–12:20 pm, 4:30–6:10 pm, 6:45–7:15 pm
Prime Day & Hours: Thursday, 5:00 AM to 6:00 AM
Suggested Duration: 2-3 hours approximately
Tickets: Free entry
Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway station,1 km away.
Nearest Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, 4 km away.
Nearest Bus Stop: Trivandrum Bus Stand, 2 km away.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Dating back to the 8th century, it is one of the 108 Divya Desams, holding great significance in the Sri Vaishnava tradition. The temple's presiding deity is depicted in the Anantha Shayana posture, reclining on the cosmic serpent Ananta, making it a rare and iconic representation of Lord Vishnu. A must-visit among all the places to visit in Thiruvananthapuram, it is a spiritual landmark and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region.
The temple blends Kerala and Dravidian architecture, known for its intricate bronze and stonework. It features the Ottakkal Mandapam, a pillared hall carved from a single stone slab, and a 100-foot high, 7-tier gopuram in the Pandyan style. Beside it lies Padma Theertham, a sacred tank meaning lotus spring. The temple also houses shrines dedicated to Narasimha, Parthasarathi, Ganesha, Rama, and Sastha.
It is renowned for its immense wealth and hidden treasures and remains under the Travancore royal family. The temple hosts two major annual festivals, Painkuni Utsavam (March-April) and Alpashi Utsavam (October-November), both celebrated with elaborate rituals and grand processions. Additionally, the temple's walls are adorned with exquisite paintings and murals depicting the rich mythology and history of Lord Vishnu.
