Ayyappa Temple
The Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple is dedicated to Lord Sree Dharma Sastha, worshipped as Lord Ayyappan, the son of Shiva and Mohini. It is located atop the Sabarimala hill in Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, surrounded by 18 hills in the Periyar Tiger Reserve. It is one of the largest annual pilgrimage sites globally, attracting over 10 to 15 million devotees each year.
मुख्य विवरण · Temple details
- प्रमुख देवता / Deity: Lord Ayyappan
- स्थान / Location: Nemmara, Tamil Nadu
महत्व · Significance
The temple is a major pilgrimage site, symbolizing devotion and spiritual journey for millions of devotees.
दर्शन जानकारी · Visiting
- भीड़ स्तर: very high
Nearby temples
- Sri Nellikulangara Bhagavathi Temple (0.5 km)
- Nellikkasheri Bhagavathi Temple (0.5 km)
- Moolasthanam Temple (0.6 km)
- Vettekkorumakan Temple (0.6 km)
- Mannam Temple (0.7 km)
सामान्य प्रश्न · FAQ
Which deity is worshipped at Ayyappa Temple?
Ayyappa Temple is dedicated to Lord Ayyappan.
Where is Ayyappa Temple located?
Ayyappa Temple is located in Nemmara, Tamil Nadu, India, at coordinates 10.5934, 76.5987.
Which temples are near Ayyappa Temple?
Nearby temples include Sri Nellikulangara Bhagavathi Temple (0.5 km); Nellikkasheri Bhagavathi Temple (0.5 km); Moolasthanam Temple (0.6 km).