Places to Visit in Guruvayur

Top attractions and must-see spots in Guruvayur

  • Chavakkad Beach

    Clean uncrowded beach 5 km from Guruvayur known for the Azhimukam river-sea confluence and a historic lighthouse.

  • Devaswom Museum

    Temple museum at the East Gate housing centuries-old offerings elephant ornaments manuscripts and mural paintings.

  • Guruvayur Temple

    A major Krishna temple in Kerala, often referred to as "Dwarka of the South."

  • Institute of Mural Painting

    India's only dedicated mural painting institute preserving traditional Kerala murals through a five-year Gurukul programme.

  • Mammiyoor Mahadeva Temple

    Ancient Shiva temple 200 metres from Guruvayur Temple considered essential for completing the pilgrimage.

  • Palayur Church

    India's oldest church believed to have been established by the Apostle St. Thomas in 52 AD.

  • Parthasarathy Temple

    Temple near Guruvayur where Lord Krishna is worshipped as Parthasarathy the charioteer of Arjuna in the Mahabharata.

  • Punnathur Kotta Elephant Sanctuary

    India's largest temple elephant sanctuary home to over 50 elephants gifted by devotees to the Guruvayur Temple.

  • Thiru Venkatachalapathy Temple

    Temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara spiritually linked to the famous Tirumala shrine in Andhra Pradesh.

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