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The Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is located inside the East Fort in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, India. This temple combines Kerala and Dravidian architectural elements with towering walls and a 16th-century gopura. It is thought to be the world’s most valuable temple. In Malayalam, the city of ‘Thiruvananthapuram’ means “City of Lord Ananta,” (City of Lord Vishnu), referring to the deity of the Padmanabhaswamy temple.
Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple has a long history dating back to the eighth century. It is one of India’s 108 sacred Vishnu temples, known as Divya Desams. The Divya Desams are Lord Vishnu’s holy abodes, as described in the Tamil Azhvars’ literature (saints). Lord Vishnu, lying on Anantha, the Hooded Serpent, is the temple’s principal deity.
According to legend, the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is situated within one of the seven Parasurama Kshetras. The temple is mentioned in texts such as the Puranas, such as the Skanda Purana and the Padma Purana. The temple is next to the Padma Theertham, or ‘lotus spring,’ which is a holy tank.
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Entry Fee for Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
There is no entry fee for The Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Best Time to Visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
One can visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple anytime throughout the year. If you would like to avoid the humid summer, the best time to visit Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple would be from September to March.
Things to Do at Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
Religious activities, Enjoy the architecture, Visit temples nearby, local food, Explore Trivandrum City, etc.
How to Reach the Sree Padmanabha swamy Temple
Reaching the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is very easy as the airport and railway station are very close. One can take a bus, autorickshaw, or a taxi to reach the temple.
