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 annual pilgrimage sites globally, attracting over 10 to 15 million devotees each year.
मुख्य विवरण · Temple details
- प्रमुख देवता / Deity: Lord Ayyappan
- स्थान / Location: Moongani, Tamil Nadu
महत्व · Significance
The temple is a significant pilgrimage site, drawing millions for spiritual fulfillment and devotion to Lord Ayyappan.
दर्शन जानकारी · Visiting
- भीड़ स्तर: very high
Nearby temples
- kulathumgal devi temple kaanikamandapam (1.4 km)
- Mukyapurathukavu Devi Temple (1.5 km)
- sree Dharma Shastha Temple, Mooleplav (1.5 km)
- Kulathunkal devi temple (1.7 km)
- Kollakuzhuyil Temple (2.4 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 Moongani, Tamil Nadu, India, at coordinates 9.4928, 76.7444.
Which temples are near Ayyappa Temple?
Nearby temples include kulathumgal devi temple kaanikamandapam (1.4 km); Mukyapurathukavu Devi Temple (1.5 km); sree Dharma Shastha Temple, Mooleplav (1.5 km).