Aranmula, Pathanamthitta district · Kerala
Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple
A Krishna shrine on the Pamba, associated with Vallasadya and the Aranmula boat traditions.
Kerala · Temple listing
Pandalam Valiyakoikkal Temple
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Ayyappa
Pandalam Valiyakoikkal Temple
01 · Discover
History & tradition
The Kerala government’s Sabarimala portal identifies Valiyakoikkal as the Pandalam royal family’s temple, located within the palace premises. Ayyappan is the main deity. The procession carrying the sacred Thiruvabharanam ornaments to Sabarimala begins here before Makaravilakku.
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Deity & dedicationAyyappa
Opening hoursCurrent opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
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02 · Before you go
Plan your visit
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03 · Getting there
Map & route
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Pandalam Valiyakoikkal Temple
Pandalam Palace precinct, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala
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04 · At the temple
Darshan & customs
Darshan
Opening & entry
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Offerings
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Local traditions
Dress & etiquette
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Information you can trace
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- Kerala government Sabarimala portal — Pandalam Valiya KoyikkalChecked 2026-10-26
- Kerala Tourism — Valiya Koikkal festival locationChecked 2026-10-26
- Kerala government — Pandalam Malayalam nameChecked 2026-10-26