Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple Thiruvananthapuram

Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It is dedicated to Lord Anantha, an avatar of Lord Vishnu. Thiruvananthapuram is literally known as the land of Lord Anantha. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is among the 108 holy temples of Lord Vishnu and it is one of the wealthiest temples in the world. The architecture of the temple is an amalgam of Kerala style and Dravidian style and the temple features a 100-foot-tall gopuram. Inside, in the main shrine, there is an 18-foot idol of the principal deity lying on Adi Shesha in the Ananthasayanam posture. Padmanabhaswamy Temple celebrates two major festivals like Painkuni (March and April) and Alpasi (October and November). Special celebrations also take place during other festivals of regional and national importance. The image of the sleeping idol of Padmanabhaswamy is missing from the page.

How to Reach Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

The temple can be easily reached by taking the different modes of transport. Some frequently used ways are given below.

By Rail

The nearest railway station to Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Thiruvananthapuram, is Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station, which is about 2 km from the temple. Thiruvananthapuram can book a taxi, autorickshaw, or walk to the temple, as it is very close and well-connected to the station.

By Air

The nearest airport to Padmanabhaswamy Temple is Trivandrum International Airport, Thiruvananthapuram, located about 5 km from the temple. From the airport, you can hire a private taxi to reach the temple in approximately 15-20 minutes.

By Road

To arrive at Padmanabhaswamy Temple by road, you can conveniently book a taxi or auto-rickshaw or take a local bus from any place in Thiruvananthapuram. The temple is located around 2 km from the city centre, so it's a short and convenient drive.

Best Time to Visit Padmanabhaswamy Temple Thiruvananthapuram

Winter times are preferred by devotees and travellers to visit this place for a better experience and pleasant weather. October to March are the best times to get blessings from the wealthiest temple in India, Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Kerala.