Opening hours: Morning: 04:00 AM - 11:30 AM; Evening: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Prime Day & Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday
Suggested Duration: 1 - 2 hours
Tickets: Free entry
Nearest Railway Station: Kollam Railway Station, about 25 km away
Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 74 km away
Nearest Bus Stop: Kottarakkara Bus Stand, about 1.6 km away
The Kottarakkara Sree Mahaganapathi Temple is located about 27 km away from Kollam city, Kerala, and is one of the well-known temples of Kerala dedicated to Lord Ganesha. This temple is visited by thousands of devotees daily and is believed to have a historical connection with the great sage Vilwamangalam Swamiyar, which makes it one of the best places to visit in Kollam. Over the years, the temple has become a major place of interest among peace and spiritual seekers.
In this temple, Lord Ganesha is worshipped as the main deity in the temple, beautifully carved from black stone. The temple is famous for its traditional offerings, including the special Unniyappam, which is a local sweet delicacy made in the temple kitchen. This temple features everything from architectural beauty, rhythmic chants, temple bells, serenity.
This temple is also home to other deities like Lord Shiva, Parvathi Devi, and Nagaraja. With its rich cultural importance, the temple is often included in Kerala pilgrimage circuits and makes a meaningful stop during temple tours in South India.
