Sreekanteswaram Temple Thiruvananthapuram

The temple that is dedicated to both Lord Shiva and Lord Krishna (avatar of Vishnu) is the Sreekanteswaram temple. The temple stands outside the north fort in Thiruvananthapuram and is one of the ancient Shiva temples in Kerala; it lies southwest of Pazhaya Sreekanteswaram (Pazhaya means old in Tamil). The Pazhaya Sreekanteswaram is in Puthenchantha, Thiruvananthapuram. Festivals are also celebrated, like Maha Shivratri and Thiruvathira Mahotsavam.

How to Reach Sreekanteswaram Mahadev Temple

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

By Rail

You can reach Sreekanteswaram Temple by rail through Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station, which is just 2 km away. From the station, you can hire an auto-rickshaw or a taxi, or even walk if you prefer. It's a short and easy trip from there to the temple.

By Air

The nearest airport to Sreekanteswaram Temple is Trivandrum International Airport, located about 6 km away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi or take an auto-rickshaw to reach the temple in around 15-20 minutes. Direct domestic and international flights are available to reach this airport.

By Road

Sreekanteswaram Temple is well connected by road. You can easily reach there by local buses, taxis, or autorickshaws from any part of Thiruvananthapuram. If you're driving, the temple is just 2 km from the city centre, with free parking available nearby.

Best Time to Visit Pazhaya Sreekanteswaram Temple

Devotees prefer to visit this temple on Shivaratri and Maha Shivratris. Monday is believed to be the day of Lord Shiva, so devotees also prefer to visit this temple on Monday too