Janardhanaswamy Temple
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JanardhanaSwamy Temple Entrance
Arattu Festival in Janardhanaswamy Temple, Varkala
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Janardhanaswamy Temple, Varkala Overview
Janardhanaswamy Temple in Varkala is located 25 km north of Thiruvananthapuram. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and the annual Arattu festival held here draws thousands of devotees. It is an ancient temple dating back around 2,000 years. Varkala has been a Hindu pilgrimage site since the 12th century, and the temple was built during this period.
The Varkala sands have become an ideal spot for confluence of various cultures. Varkala also houses a leading pilgrim centre in Kerala. The temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Hanuman, atop the hill has brought a sobriquet for the region, Southern Kasi (Benares). Non-Hindus are not permitted to enter the inner sanctum but can hang around the temple.
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Janardhanaswamy Temple Highlights
1. Arattu Festival in Janardhanaswamy Temple, Varkala
One of the most significant festivals in Kerala, the ten-day Arattu festival is celebrated in the Janardhan Swamy temple with elephant processions, ornamental silk umbrellas and all night kathakali da (Read More)nces. The Arattu is more of a ritual than a temple festival. A grand procession, a ceremonial bath and serving of a sweet dish - Palpayasam; marks the festivities of the Arattu. It is celebrated twice a year in Kerala; March - April and October - November.
Dates of Arattu Festival 2024 : 23rd March
Dates of Arattu Festival 2024 : 23rd March
