How to Reach

Delhi to Tiruvananthapuram Padmanabhaswamy Temple

• By Air: Direct flights available from Delhi to Trivandrum International Airport. The temple is about 6 km from the airport.
• By Train: Trains available from New Delhi to Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station, which is 1 km from the temple.
• By Road: Distance is around 2,800 km; buses are not direct. Best option is flight or train.

Ahmedabad to Tiruvananthapuram Padmanabhaswamy Temple

• By Air: Flights (direct/connecting) available from Ahmedabad to Trivandrum Airport.
• By Train: Multiple trains operate from Ahmedabad Junction to Thiruvananthapuram Central.
• By Road: Distance is around 2,100 km; travel by road is long. Train or flight recommended.

History of the Temple

Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is one of the 108 Divya Desams and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is known for its Dravidian-style architecture and immense spiritual significance. Lord Vishnu is worshipped here in the Anantha Shayana (reclining) posture on the serpent Anantha.

Historical references trace the temple back to ancient times, with mentions in the Sangam period literature. The Travancore royal family has traditionally overseen and protected the temple for centuries. In 2011, the temple gained worldwide attention when vast hidden treasures were discovered in the underground vaults, showcasing its immense heritage value.

• Nirmalya Pooja: Early morning awakening ritual
• Abhishekam: Sacred ceremonial bathing
• Pantheeradi Pooja: Morning worship
• Ucha Pooja: Midday worship
• Athazha Pooja: Evening worship

Important Days and Times for Pooja

• Alpasi Utsavam
• Painkuni Utsavam
• Thiruvonam (Onam)
• Lakshadeepam
• Murajapam (56-day Vedic chanting)

Attire (Dressing Guidelines) for Pooja

• Men:
  • White dhoti/mundu only
• Women:
  • Saree or set-mundu; fully traditional attire

Official Websites

Temple Trust:
https://www.spstt.org

Online Booking:
https://booking.sreepadmanabhaswamytemple.org