Another of the five Chengannur-area Pandava-attributed Divya Desams, this shrine to Paambanaiyappan Perumal shares the cluster's common devotional origin while maintaining its own…
Another of the five Chengannur-area Pandava-attributed Divya Desams, this shrine to Paambanaiyappan Perumal shares the cluster's common devotional origin while maintaining its own distinct identity.
This temple is part of the same distinctive Chengannur-area group of Pandava-linked shrines as Thrichittatt and Thiruppuliyur, developed across the same broad historical period within this specific corner of Alappuzha district.
A temple built in the Kerala style, its Paambanaiyappan ("resting on the serpent") dedication depicting Vishnu in his reclining Anantashayana form on the serpent Adishesha.
The Paambanaiyappan name refers to Vishnu's reclining form upon the cosmic serpent Adishesha, a widely recognised iconographic depiction found at several significant Vishnu temples across India, here specifically incorporated into this Chengannur-area shrine's identity.
Darshan | Start | End | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Temple opening | 4:00 AM | — | Open | General days |
Morning darshan | 4:00 AM | 1:00 PM | Open | Main morning darshan session |
Midday Break | 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM | Closed | Temple remains closed for rituals |
Evening darshan | 3:00 PM | 9:30 PM | Open | Evening darshan and sevas |
Temple closing | — | 9:30 PM | Closed | Daily closing time |
Aarti | Time | Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Suprabhata Seva | 4:00 AM | Free | Awakening ritual of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha |
Thomala Seva | 5:30 AM | Ticketed | Floral decoration and worship |
Archana | 8:00 AM | Ticketed | Personal prayer offered in the devotee's name |
Sahasra Deepalankarana Seva | 6:00 PM | Ticketed | Evening worship with thousands of lamps |
Ekanta Seva | 9:00 PM | Free | Final ritual before the temple closes |
Darshan | Price | Waiting Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
General Darshan | Free | 30–90 min | Walk-in |
Special Darshan | ₹150 | 15–30 min | Temple Counter / Online |
VIP Darshan | ₹300–₹500 | 10–20 min | Temple Counter / Online |
Divya Darshan | Free | Varies | Token Based (when available) |
Seva | Time | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Archana | Throughout the day | ₹100–₹200 | Personal prayer offered in the devotee's name |
Kalyanotsavam | Morning | ₹1,000–₹1,500 | Celestial wedding ceremony of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha and Goddess Lakshmi |
Satyanarayana Vratam | Morning | ₹300–₹600 | Sacred ritual for prosperity and family well-being |
Sudarshana Homam | By Booking | ₹1,000–₹3,000 | Powerful fire ritual seeking protection and blessings |
Abhishekam | Morning | ₹500–₹1,000 | Sacred bathing ceremony of the deity |
Festival | Month | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Brahmotsavam | March–April | The temple's grand annual festival featuring Vahana Sevas, Rathotsavam (chariot procession), Kalyanotsavam, and cultural programs. |
Narasimha Jayanti | April–May | Celebrates the appearance of Lord Narasimha with special Abhishekams, Homams, and devotional events. |
Vaikunta Ekadashi | December–January | Thousands of devotees pass through the Vaikunta Dwaram seeking the Lord's blessings. |
Karthika Masam | October–November | Special Deepotsavam, evening lamp worship, and daily spiritual programs throughout the holy month. |
Sri Rama Navami | March–April | Special poojas and devotional celebrations. |
Ugadi | March–April | Telugu New Year celebrated with Panchanga Sravanam, special alankarams, and temple rituals. |
Dhanurmasam | December–January | Early morning Tiruppavai recitations and special worship throughout the sacred month. |
Prasadam | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
Laddu | ₹25–₹100 | Temple's famous sweet prasadam |
Pulihora | ₹30–₹60 | Traditional tamarind rice prasadam |
Daddojanam | ₹30–₹60 | Curd rice prasadam |
Chakrapongali | ₹40–₹80 | Sweet rice offering |
Kumkum & Akshata | Free | Blessed vermilion and sacred rice distributed to devotees |
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport (~100 km). Chengannur has its own railway station, well connected within Kerala.
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