Kaduthuruthy Shiva Temple

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Sight Address : Kaduthuruthy Shiva Temple is located at the backdrop of the picturesque Vembanad Lake and on the top of a small hill. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Kaduthuruthy Shiva Temple, known widely as Thali Temple, is one of the three well-known Shiva temples in Kerala. It is a prime tourist Arrraction as the temple is located at the backdrop of the picturesque Vembanad Lake and on the top of a small hill. Myth goes that the idol of Lord Shiva in the temple sanctum was installed by Khararasura (Khara demon). According to mythology this is one of the three idols worshipped by the demon, while other two are enshrined in the temples of Ettumanoor and Vaikom.The story of Lord Shiva is depicted in many marvelous wooden carvings in the sanctum. The carved depiction of the mythological story ‘Karthaveerarjuneeyam’ attests to the splendor of the medieval Kerala architecture. A visit to the nearby lake will serve as a delight to travelers. The temple complex contains small shrines in which idols of Ganapathy, Durga and Sastha are installed.

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HistoryEdit

Kaduthuruthy Shiva Temple, myth goes that the idol of Lord Shiva in the temple sanctum was installed by Khararasura (Khara demon). According to mythology this is one of the three idols worshipped by the demon, while other two are enshrined in the temples of Ettumanoor and Vaikom.The story of Lord Shiva is depicted in many marvelous wooden carvings in the sanctum.

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Best Season to VisitEdit

September to May.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon And Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 Hours.

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Dress Require: Wear traditional costumes like sari, Salwar Kameez, Lungy.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Woodlands A Land Mark Hotel – Kochi ; Woodlands Jn. M.G. Road, Cochin – 682011 kerala,india. ; Ph/M – Phone : +91-484-2368900, 2382051 ; Food Serve – Indian, South Indian to Chinese vegetarian cuisine.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : After reaching Cochin, you can hire a cab, taxi, bus or auto-rickshaw to reach here.

BUS : 20 K.M from Ernakulam K.S.R.T.C bus stand and 22 K.M from Kaloor private bus stand.

Train : Chottanikkara does not have railway station. Eranakulam Jn (ERS) and Piravam Road (PVRD) are 2 nearby train stations connected to Kochi.Kochi does not have railway station. Ernakulam Town (ERN) is a nearby train station connected to Chottanikkara.

Air : Nearest airport to Chottanikkara is Kozhikode Airport (142 km).

Others : Autorickshaw : This is a cheap method of transport between attractions. You can find an auto stand at almost every bus stop, and at important places near junctions and residential areas. Make sure you agree on a fare with the driver before the journey. The govt fixed rates starts at Rs 10 for the first 1.25 km and Rs 6 per km thereafter with a premium of 15% at night (7PM-6AM).

Things to CarryEdit

Carrying camera , water, sunscreen, and Loose light weight cloths.

Safety / WarningEdit

Kochi is infamous for mosquitoes, due to presence of large water bodies across the city. Make sure any room you book, has mosquito repellents or at least a mosquito net. Its always better to have any anti-mosquito creams or spice oil extracts like lemongrass oil to ward off mosquito bites.

Public smoking bans are strictly enforced in the city more so than in other regions. The High Court of Kerala has decreed a public smoking ban across the state. Smoking on the roadside, in shopping complexes, restaurants, and parks is illegal and police can charge Rs 500-1,000 for breaches.