Guruvayur Temple Guruvayur

About Guruvayur Temple Guruvayur

The Guruvayur Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Guruvayurappan, a form of Krishna, located in the town of Guruvayur in Kerala. This idol is believed to be around 5,000 years old. Vrishchika Ekadasi (Suklapaksha) is an important festival of this temple. For more detailed information, you can check the latest blog on Guruvayur Temple Timing and more and for darshan booking, check Guruvayur Temple Pooja Booking.

How to Reach Guruvayur Shri Krishna Temple

The Guruvayur temple can be easily reached by taking the various

By Rail

Guruvayur city has its own railway junction called Guruvayur Junction Railway Station. The Krishna Temple in Guruvayur is only 800 meters of walking distance from the Guruvayur Railway Station.

By Air

Cochin International Airport is the closest to the Guruvayur Krishna Temple, Kerala. Cochin airport is only 72 km away from the Guruvayur Temple.

By Road

Direct buses and taxis are easily available from major cities of Kerala to reach Guruvayur Shri Krishna Temple. The closest bus depo is Guruvayur Bus Depo, which is around 1.7 km away from the temple.

Best Time to Visit Guruvayur Temple, Kerala

The best time to visit Guruvayur Shri Krishna Temple, Kerala, is from October to February.

Darshan Timings
Morning Timing: 3:00 AM TO 01:45 PM
Evening Timing: 3:30 PM To 08:45 PM
Aarti Timings
Morning Aarti – 06:00 AM
Afternoon Aarti – 11:30 PM
Evening Aarti – 06:00 PM
Dress Code Traditional and Formal clothing
Photography Not allowed
Prasad Not available
Festival
Krishna Janmashtami ( 7 September 2023)