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 Sabarimala hill in Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, surrounded by 18 hills in the Periyar Tiger Reserve. It is one of the largest pilgrimage sites globally, attracting 10 to 15 million devotees annually.
मुख्य विवरण · Temple details
- प्रमुख देवता / Deity: Lord Ayyappan
- स्थान / Location: Vandanmedu, Tamil Nadu
महत्व · Significance
The temple is a significant pilgrimage site, embodying spiritual devotion and attracting millions seeking blessings and fulfillment of vows.
दर्शन जानकारी · Visiting
- भीड़ स्तर: very high
Nearby temples
- Kunthelampara Devi Temple (3.5 km)
- Subramanya Temple (3.7 km)
- Swayambhoo Mahadeva Temple (3.9 km)
- Ambalamedu Panchamoorthy Temple (5.1 km)
- Sri Siddhi Vinayakar Temple, Chittampara (5.3 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 Vandanmedu, Tamil Nadu, India, at coordinates 9.7159, 77.1418.
Which temples are near Ayyappa Temple?
Nearby temples include Kunthelampara Devi Temple (3.5 km); Subramanya Temple (3.7 km); Swayambhoo Mahadeva Temple (3.9 km).