Bhoolokavaikunta — the heaven on Earth
Guruvayoor Sree Krishna Temple
One of the most important pilgrimage centers of South India, the abode of Lord Sree Guruvayoorappan.
Pooja Timings
Temple opens at 3:00 AM and closes around 10:00 PM after the day's poojas and rituals.
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About Guruvayoor
Guruvayoor, the abode of Lord Sree Guruvayoorappan, is located 29 kms north west to the cultural capital of the 'God's own country', Kerala. This narrow coastline strip of land on the south western edge of Indian subcontinent is one of the 10 paradises in the world.
Guruvayoor is a thriving township in Trichur district of Kerala state in the South of India, its scenic beauty and serenity are breath taking. Guruvayoorappan is the chief diety here - The God which hears the prayers of its pilgrims. Guruvayoorappan is adorned with the holy tulasi (Basil) garland, and pearl necklace the Lord here appears in all radiance to bless the devotees.
History
The central shrine is believed to have been rebuilt in 1638 A.D. By then it had become the most famous center of pilgrimage in Kerala mainly due to the five devotees who propagated the glory - Poonthanam, Melpattur, Vilvamangalam, Kururamma and the Prince Manadevan (Zamorin)...
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Located 29 km north-west of Thrissur District in God's Own Kerala, Guruvayoor is one of the most important pilgrimage centers of South India. Guruvayoor is also called the Bhoolokavaikunta - the heaven on Earth!
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