Kunnumpara Sree Murugan Temple

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Timings : Thursday: 4:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday - Wednesday:  4:30 AM - 11:30 AM; 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Location : Thuppanathu Kavu Sree Rajarajeswari Temple, Vazhamuttom, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695027

Festivals : Thaipooyam, Vishu, Aadi Kiruthigai, Skanda Shasti, and Thiruvaathira are some of the major festivals celebrated at the temple.

Facilities : Free parking, Special path for senior citizens, Basic amenities like restrooms, a small shop selling religious items, free food for devotees, and much more.

Restrictions : Smoking, Alcohol, Loud noise, Shoes and footwear

Built by : Swami Sree Narayana Guru

Built in : 1893

Primary deity : Lord Sri Subramanya

Offerings : Devotees offer various items to Lord Murugan, including coconuts, fruits, flowers, and camphor.

Architecture : Traditional Kerala style with a gopuram (gateway tower), mandapam (porch), and an inner sanctum sanctorum made of stone, with intricate carvings of Hindu deities.

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Kunnumpara Sri Subramanya Swami Temple

Kunnumpara Sree Murugan Temple, Kovalam Overview

The Kunnumpara Sree Murugan Temple is a peaceful hilltop temple located in Vazhamuttam, Kerala situated at a height of 200 feet offering a stunning view of the Arabian Sea. The temple is dedicated to Lord Sri Subramanya and was built-in 1883 by Swami Sree Narayana Guru. It is a perfect location for meditation and prayer and peacocks wander freely around the temple, which adds to the classic spiritual experience.

Sree Subramanya temple has a captivating history that enhances its spiritual significance. It is a popular pilgrim spot and offers basic amenities and free food to devotees. The temple also hosts several festivals throughout the year, attracting a large number of devotees from different parts of Kerala. Besides the temple's spiritual significance, the surrounding hills and forests boast a diverse range of flora and fauna making it an ideal location for nature lovers. Visitors can witness numerous species of birds and butterflies in the region, adding to the natural beauty of the place. Moreover, it is also an excellent place to climb the smooth rock hillocks and watch the sunset in the evening.

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Accessibility to the Temple

The Kunnumpara Sree Murugan Temple can be accessed from two points, one from the main highway with steps to climb and the other via a motorable route. The temple is accessible via steps, and there is an alternative path for senior citizens.

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