Guruvayoor temple

About Guruvayoor temple

Far From City: 0 kms from city center
Cost: About Guruvayoor temple Weather: Time Required:1-2 hours Open Time:3:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 9:15 PM, All days open Cost:Free

Guruvayoor Temple Pooja Timings The Temple opens at 3.00 AM Nirmalyam: 3:00 AM to 3:30 AM Oilabhishekam, Vakacharthu, Sankhabhishekam: 3:20 AM to 3:30 AM Malar Nivedyam, Alankaram: 3:30 AM to 4:15 AM Usha Nivedyam: 4:15 AM to 4:30 AM Ethirettu Pooja followed by Usha Pooja: 4:30 AM to 6:15 AM Seeveli, Palabhishekam, Navakabhishekam, Pantheeradi Nivedyam, and Pooja: 7:15 AM to 9:00 AM Ucha Pooja: 11:30 AM to 12.30 PM (the noon pooja) The temple is closed between 1.30 PM and 4.30 PM Seeveli:4:30 PM to 5:00 PM Deeparadhana:6:00 PM to 6:45 PM Athazha Pooja Nivedyam:7:30 PM to 7:45 PM Athazha Pooja:7:45 PM to 8:15 PM Athazha Seeveli:8:45 PM to 9:00 PM Thrippuka, Olavayana:9:00 PM to 9:15 PM The Temple closes:9:15 PM On the day of Special Illuminations called "Vilakku", the Thripuka is performed after that. The Temple will be closed after Thripuka. Then the Krishnanattam, a colourful traditional dance-drama on Lord Krishna's life is enacted inside the Temple on specified days.*The timings given are approximate. It may vary if there is Udayasthamana pooja or on certain special occasions. History of Guruvayoor temple The Guruvayoor Temple is believed to be established in the year 1638 AD, promoted as one of the major pilgrims of Kerala by its devotees Poonthanam, Melpattur, Vilvamangalam, the Prince Manadevan (Zamorin), and Kururamma. Destroyed and restored several times, the temple managed to stand tall in its full glory till the disastrous fire broke out in the year 1970. In spite of the raging fire of 5 hours, the Vigraha and the sub shrines of Ayyappa, Devi and Ganesha remained intact including the flag staff with the help of people of all religion who helped to quench it. Till date, the temple stands tall showering its blessings on all its devotees. Architecture of Guruvayoor temple Built in a typical Kerala style of architecture and Vastu Vidya, Guruvayur Temple is east faced with two Gopurams, one towards east (Kizhakkenada) and one towards west (Paringjarenada). The main entrance to the shrine is through the eastern Nada. You will witness a 33.5 m high gold plated flag post or Dwajasthambam in the outer enclosure or Chuttambalam. The gorgeous pillars of lamps or 7 m high Deepsthambam with thirteen circular receptacles are a sight to behold when lit. However, the most striking feature of the temple is the idol of the main deity, in the square Sreekovil of the temple is made of a rare mixture called Padala Anjanam instead of stone or metal.

How to Reach Guruvayoor temple Taxi or bus is the most convenient way to reach the Guruvayoor Temple. You can find a private bus stand towards the east of temple near Manjulal. It is only 30 minutes car drive away from Thrissur and buses ply every 5 minutes from the place to the temple.

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Tips 1. Only Hindus are allowed inside the temple. 2. Make sure you remove your shoes outside the temple and cover your head. 3. You must wear a traditional dress only. Men should not wear the shirt inside the temple. Men should be in dhoti and towel and women should dress in saree or salwar kameez. 4. Be patient as sometimes it might take 5-6 hours to visit the inner part of the temple. 5. Mobiles, camera and other electronic devices are not allowed inside the temple. 6. Facility to keep your footwear safely is available right outside the temple. They also keep your electronic equipment safely in lockers. 7. No leather product is allowed. 8. Food and beverages from outside are not allowed inside the temple.