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Religious sites have provided succour and relief to many an anxious devotee, and the Edathua Church in Alappuzha district is no different. Legend has it that those with medical issues, especially mental disorders, have found salvation at this holy site. Built in 1810 and dedicated to St. George, the St. George Forane Church is among […]
The Dharmasastha Temple at Pakkil is one of the eight temples established by Parasurama, the legendary founder of Kerala. Located in Kottayam district, the annual festival of Pakkil temple is the Sankranti Vanibham – a fair of household articles. The festival is celebrated in the Malayalam month of Midhunam (June/July).
The Kettukazhcha festival at Chettikulangara Bhagavathy Temple, situated in Mavelikkara, draws large crowds of devotees. Processions of tall decorated structures on chariots, brightly decorated effigies of horses and bullocks and cultural performances make a spectacular pageant. The annual Chettikulangara Bharani festival is held during the Malayalam month of Kumbham (February-March).
Known for its twin temples, Cheriazheekal is steeped in legends. The Sri Kashi Vishwanathar Temple is also known as the Deccan Kashi Temple, after the legend of the priest who installed the Sivalingam that he found in the Ganges at Cheriazheekal. But it is also believed that the place housed a temple dedicated to Lord […]
The CSI Cathedral Church in Kottayam district, Kerala is a famous church, which was built over 175 years ago. The church is a monument from the British Era.
Cherukolpuzha in Pathanamthitta is an important religious convention of the Hindus is held at Cherukole on the sand banks of the Pamba, usually in February every year.
On first glance, Cheraman Juma Masjid resembles a traditional Hindu temple, and this historic spot draws in devotees in large numbers to this day. Built in AD 629, it is the first mosque in India and the second in the world where Juma prayers were started. Situated just 2 km from Kodungalloor Town, its calm […]
Jews all over the world are a proud lot when it comes to their culture and heritage. Resulting from their diaspora in the sixth century BC, they made their presence felt in different parts of the world. They made India too their home, till majority of them returned to Israel after 1948. Kerala is one […]
Chavara Bhavan, located in Alappuzha, is the ancestral home of the blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara. It is now a holy shrine and spiritual resort where thousands of devotees gather for prayer, receive favours and feel amply gratified. Here, a 250 year old historically important beacon of light is preserved intact in its original and primitive […]
Chakkulathukavu Sree Bhagavathy Temple, located 30 km southeast of Alappuzha, has a rich 3000 year old history associated with it. It is open to people of all faiths and attracts believers from across the State. The Mother Goddess Durga is worshipped here. The famous rivers Pamba and Manimala flow on both sides of the temple. […]