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Thiruvalla is the largest town in the district of Pathanamthitta in the state of Kerala. Also known widely as the temple town, Thiruvalla is famous for its many religious establishments and temples, as Thiruvalla mainly serves as the gateway to Sabarimala. For this reason, many devotees, pilgrims and tourists swarm to Thiruvalla during the pilgrimage time, and the whole town will glow with the proceedings and festivities.Places to see in Thiruvalla include the Shri Vallabha Maha Kshetram which is also called the Thiruvalla Temple. Architecture enthusiasts will love this temple in Thiruvalla, as the entire temple is a structure carved out of a single rock or stone. The temple has a Garuda perched on the very top, acting as a guardian of the temple.The famous churches in the town of Thiruvalla include Palikkara Church, Parumala Church and Niranam Church. You should also make sure that you visit the Kaviyoor Hanuman Temple & the Kaviyoor Cave Temple, which are also popular temples in Thiruvalla.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 689101

STD Code: 469

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Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

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Thiruvalla is a small, quiet town nestled on the banks of river Manimala in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala. It is known as a ‘Temple Town’ and is rich with its history and culture that stand tied to its numerous temples.Thiruvalla attracts tourists and worshippers from all over the nation as the legendary ‘Sri Vallabha Temple’ also known as the, ‘Southern Tirupati’, is located here. This place is also a home to the famous Paliakkara Church with a history that takes you back to A.D.52 when Christianity was first introduced in Kerala. Thiruvalla has many stories and legends kept in its cultural folds. There is a story behind everything associated with this place, be it the temples, festivals or even its name. Story goes that during the reign of the Thiruvathamkoor Maharaja this place was known as Sri Vallabhapuram and later changed to Thiruvallabhapuram and it has evolved as Thiruvalla in recent times. There is another belief that the name Thiruvalla is named after the deity Thiru Vallabhan or Vishnu. Thiruvalla is thus also known as a town of Vishnu.

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By Air : The nearest airport to Thiruvalla is in the city of Kochi, located around eighty six kilometers (86 km) from the town of Thiruvalla.

By Train : Trains from the Thiruvalla Railway Station run to almost all part of Southern India and Western India, as the Konkan Railway Line also mainly contributes to the railway lines in Thiruvalla. The railway station in the town of Thiruvalla has regular trains to the cities of Ernakulam, Kollam, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi. Train fares are cheaper than bus fares, but train tickets need to be booked in advance. The charges and fares involved are around Rs 110 to 500.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

Hotel Bessota International ; Thiruvalla, Kerala 689101
; Ph – 0469 263 1224 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, laundry , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Elite Continental ; MC Rd, Thiruvalla, Kerala 689101 ; Ph – 0469 260 2302 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, laundry , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 1201 to Rs. 2500

Hotel Tilak ; Thiruvalla, Kerala 689101 ; Ph – 0469 273 5911 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, laundry , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Hotel Heritage ; Court Junction, Kayamkulam-Thiruvalla Hwy, Thiruvalla, Kerala 689101 ; Ph – 0469 260 5396 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, laundry , telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.

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• Jardines de Zoraya ;  Jardines de Zoraya, Panaderos Street 32, 18010 Granada ; M –  958 206 266 ; Food Serve :  Food Serve

• Chickos Fried Chicken ;  Opp. Margin Free Super Market & Sylcon, Ramanchira, Kollam – Theni Hwy, Thiruvalla, Kerala 689101 ; M –  0469 326 0326 ; Food Serve :  Indian

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Ekadasi Festival ; Venue:  Thiruvalla ; Period :  N.A ; Details:  One of the most important festivals of the town, Ekadasi Festival is celebrated on the eleventh day of every lunar fortnight. The Vrishchika Ekadasi has a special importance in the town. A highlight of this festival is the commemorative plaque for Gajarajan Kesavan.
Utsavam or Annual Festival ; Venue:  Thiruvalla ; Period :  February-March ; Details:  This festival is celebrated on the day of Pushya in the month of February-March and is meant for the purification and revitalizing the powers of the deity.
Saraswathy Pooja ; Venue:  Thiruvalla ; Period :  October ; Details:  Saraswathy Pooja is held in the last three days of the Navaratri festival as the last three days are especially meant for Goddess Saraswathy. The preparations of Krishnanattam, Kathakali, and Kalaripayattu etc. usually begin on this day. Hence this eve is celebrated with great passion.
Easter ; Venue:  Thiruvalla ; Period :  March or April ; Details:  Easter is a very renowned festival of Christians which marks the rebirth of Lord Jesus Christ. It is celebrated in the month of March or April by the Christian community of the state with fervour and dedication.

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