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Sree Chamundeswari Temple, Guruvayur, Kerala

Sri Chamundeshwari Temple is a much revered Temple by the Hindus and it is located in the inner part of Guruvayur. This is a East facing Temple with a majestic and an appealing look. The Temple is built in a typical Kerala Style of Architecture and stands out for its wood work combined with the traditional beauty. At the outset there is a huge East facing multi pillared mandapam and in each of the huge pillars different Idols of various Gods and Goddesses have been beautifully placed making it look so appealing to the eyes of the Devotees visiting here. The Shrine of Goddess Chamundeswari looks resplendent and elegant. Chamundeswari, who is East facing is the Presiding Deity and She is an incarnation of Goddess Parvathy. She is adorned and decorated with all the offerings from Devotees. There are huge oil lamps lit before Her Shrine. In the adjoining Shrine is Sri Veerabadrar who is also East facing and He is considered as an incarnation of Lord Shiva. The Shrines of Goddess Chamundeswari and Veerabadrar have gold plated steps and threshold along with the Dwara Baalagis and Dwara Baalagas respectively. There is a Bali Peedam facing the Sri Veerabadrar Shrine and another facing the Shrine of Goddess Chamundeeswari. This Temple has a steady stream of Devotees who love to bask in the aura of the Goddess. There is a huge Tree or Viruksham on entering the Temple with a podium built around it. In the outer peripherals is a West facing Sub Shrine for Goddess Thazhathekkavu Bagawathy who is considered as the sister of the Presiding Deity Goddess Chamundeswari and She is kept beneath a huge Tree and Prayed. There are two enclosures in which the Brahmma Rakshasa and the Naga Devathas are found. Close to them there is a Sub Shrine for Swamy Iyyappan who is also found East facing. Along the same outer peripheral is an enclosure for Goddess Durga. Next to it is another enclosure named as Moolasthanam and it is believed that during the initial stages of this Temple Goddess Chamundeswari was kept here and prayed. Next to it there are Sub Shrines for Vishnumaya and Upasanamoorthy which are also East facing. There is a Navagraha Sannadhi made out of black stones and it is a feast to the eyes of the Devotees. The Temple has a Madapalli and a separate enclosure earmarked for Annadhanam. The Temple has an exclusive seva counter for various kind of offerings. Devotees who wish to donate liberally are advised to contact the phone numbers mentioned hereunder.

Temple Phone Number: 0487 2550101, 97468 51858, Anand, Archargar 89439 93622

Temple Timing: 5 AM to 10.30 AM and 5 PM to 8.30 PM

Distance from Thrissur to Guruvayur is 26 Kms

Distance from Palakkad to Guruvayur is 92 Kms

Distance from Chavakkad to Guruvayur is 3 Kms

Distance from Wadakkancheri to Guruvayur is 30 Kms

Distance from Chelakkara to Guruvayur is 44 Kms

Distance from Kalady to Guruvayur is 80 Kms

Distance from Kochi to Guruvayur is 93 Kms

Distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Guruvayur is 309 Kms

Distance from Sabarimala to Guruvayur is 225 Kms

Distance from Varkala to Guruvayur is 284 Kms

Distance from Coimbatore to Guruvayur is 138 Kms

Distance from Chennai to Guruvayur is 639 Kms

Nearest Railway Station is Guruvayur R.S.

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Hotel Sopanam Heritage

A 9-minute walk from Guruvayur's railway station, this contemporary hotel is also 2 km from Mammiyoor Temple and 6 km from Chavakkad Beach.

Featuring tiled floors and wood furnishings, the low-key rooms have Wi-Fi, sitting areas and satellite TV. Upgraded rooms add air conditioning, while suites have separate living areas. Room service is available.

Breakfast is available. There’s a buffet restaurant, an outdoor pool and a sundeck, as well as event space.

0487 255 5244

Sree Gokulam Sabari Guruvayur

Set in a glass-fronted building, this low-key budget hotel is a 6-minute walk from Guruvayur train station and 7 minutes' walk from the ancient Hindu Guruvayur Temple.

The straightforward rooms are decorated with simple wood furnishings. Some rooms add TVs or air-conditioning. Room service is available 24/7.

There's an unassuming vegetarian restaurant, as well as meeting/event rooms.

North, Outer Ring Rd, Kuppaayil, Guruvayur, Kerala 680101

0487 256 0149

Hotel Elite

In a residential and commercial area 6 km from Chavakkad Beach, this casual hotel is a 5-minute walk from Guruvayur Temple and a 7-minute walk from Guruvayur train station.

The warmly decorated rooms and suites come with flat-screen TVs. Upgraded accommodations add air-conditioning. Room service is also available.

There's a laid-back vegetarian restaurant.

H2VV+J7F, E Nada, Kuppaayil, Guruvayur, Kerala 680101

094463 55216

Sreepathi Mayoogha

Among residential buildings in a leafy neighbourhood, this laid-back budget hotel is a 7-minute walk from Guruvayur Temple, 2 km from Guruvayur railway station and 5 km from Chavakkad Beach.

The casual rooms provide Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and air conditioning. All come with en suite wet rooms, while upgraded rooms add sitting areas and minifridges, as well as tea and coffeemaking equipment. Room service is available 24/7.

Breakfast and limited parking are available. Couples must be married to book. Residency restrictions apply.

Edappully, Guruvayur, Kerala 680101

+91 9322800100

Geetha Govindham

Among residential buildings in a leafy neighbourhood, this laid-back budget hotel is a 7-minute walk from Guruvayur Temple, 2 km from Guruvayur railway station and 5 km from Chavakkad Beach.

adjacent Mayura Residency, West Nada, Guruvayur, Kerala 680101

087543 15431

Bhavanam Regency | Hotels in Guruvayur

Set on a side street, this laid-back hotel is an 8-minute walk from Sree Parthasarathy Temple, and a 9-minute walk from both the Guruvayur Temple and Guruvayur railway station.

Relaxed rooms offer Wi-Fi and TVs, plus minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites feature separate living areas; some have balconies.

There's a stylish restaurant with a modern wooden ceiling. Other amenities include a casual cafe and event space. Parking is available.

Near Private Bus Stand, Guruvayur - Manikathu Padi Rd, East Nada, Guruvayur, Kerala 680101

082817 71301