Since the last few months, one trending search on the internet for holiday destination is for Lakshadweep tour. Nestled in the Arabian Sea, this tropical paradise is a underrated beach destination. However, this union territory of 36 coral islands is not only a ideal beach destination, but it is also known for it’s cultural heritage. For those who have travelled or are planning to travel may have planned a list of sightseeing places, restaurants, waterfront activities, beaches, and more. But not many are aware that the island is a home to beutiful temples as well. So, have you included any of the temples in Lakshadweep in your travel list? If not, don’t worry. Consider this as your best guide and check 5 hidden gems of temples in Lakshadweep.
Temples in Lakshadweep
Here’s a list of top temples in Lakshadweep to visit this year.
1. Shree Shiva Kshethram
Shree Shiva Kshethram, also known as Sree Mahadeva Temple, is located in Kavaratti, Lakshadweep. It is one of the most popular destination for visitors seeking spiritual enlightenment. The temple was erected in 1978. It is a one-stop temple to perform aartis for various deities, including Mata Rani, Lord Hanuman, Shivling, and Lord Ganesha. There are dedicated rooms for each god and goddess, so you can ask for their blessings from a variety of them. The walls of the temple have a soft orange color, and its ornamentation is straightforward. Even Lord Shiva chants are written on the walls. When lit during aartis, a five-layer oil lamp has an exquisite appearance.
Location: HJ3J+JFR, Kavaratti, Lakshadweep 682555, India
Timings: The temple is not always open, and the pujas are done by a panditji who closes the doors after completion. So visit befor 7:30 PM in the evening.
2. Sree Krishna Temple
The Sree Krishna Temple in Lakshadweep is a significant spiritual destination for devotees of Lord Krishna. Every follower of Lord Krishna must pay a visit to this small temple located in Minicoy, Lakshadweep. It is located near the Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB).
The temple is founded when the South Indian kingdoms had an effect on Lakshadweep. This is also evident in the architectural style of the temple, which combines Keralan and Dravidian elements. Here, there is a lively celebration of Janmashtami.
Location: Near Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB), Minicoy P.O., Lakshadweep 682559, India
How To reach: To reach the Sree Krishna Temple, you can start from the Kavaratti town and head towards the Indian Reserve Battalion (IRB) area. The temple is located near the IRB, and you can easily find it by asking locals or looking for the temple sign.
Timings of Visit: The temple is open for visitors throughout the day, with the best time to visit being during the morning and evening.
Things to consider:
- Dress modestly when you visit the temple.
- Kindly keep your shoes outside the temple premises.
- Photography is prohibited inside the temple premises. Also, there is no provision for a special darshan.
3. Hanuman Mandir
We found this one on Google Maps of Lakshadweep’s Amini. There isn’t much information about this temple in Lakshadweep but we are guessing that it is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. You can visit this temple on Tuesdays and seek blessings. If you are someone who fasts on this day, visiting this temple will be fruitful for your fast. You can reach this temple from the main jetty of Amini.
4. Shiva Temple
After a little more exploring, we discovered another temple close to the police station and in the center of a residential area. A Shiva temple built out of a small chamber with a shed. When the pujas are over, the panditji shuts the doors, so it’s not always open. Along with a lovely mural of a shivling, the walls on the left and right of the temple door are covered in mantras. Once your visit to the temple is over, simply spend a little time having fun by the sea.
5.Sree vadakkunnathan temple
The Vadakkumnathan Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva in Thrissur, in the Thrissur district of Kerala, India. The temple is a classical example of the architectural style of Kerala and has one monumental tower on each of the four sides in addition to a koothambalam
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