Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple, nestled on the banks of the holy Pamba River, is a serene and ancient temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, known here as Parthasarathy.
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
November to February
Languages
Malayalam · English
Coordinates
9.448°, 76.744°
Key facts
1The temple is famous for its annual Aranmula Boat Race held during the Onam festival
2It houses a unique idol of Lord Krishna made of Saligrama Shila, a rare fossilized shell
3The temple follows the East-facing tradition, unlike most Kerala temples that face West
Timeline
820 AD: The temple was built by the legendary sage, Parasurama
16th Century: The temple was expanded and renovated by the Zamorin of Calicut
