Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple

తెలుగు: గురువాయూర్ శ్రీ కృష్ణ దేవాలయం हिन्दी: गुरुवायूर श्रीकृष्ण मंदिर केरल

🕉 Presiding Deity: Krishna 📜 Tradition: Vaishnava

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About The Temple

Introduction & Sanctity

Known as Bhuloka Vaikuntha (Earthly Vaikuntha), enshrining the four-armed infant form of Lord Krishna (Guruvayurappan) holding conch, discus, mace, and lotus.

Temple Story

📜 Sthala Purana & Sacred Lore

When Dwarka submerged, Guru (Brihaspati) and Vayu consecrated Krishna’s personal idol here, giving the name Guru-Vayur.

Historical Significance

🏛️ History & Heritage

Associated with saint Melpathur Narayana Bhattathiri who was cured of paralysis here after composing the Narayaneeyam in 1587 CE.

Transit & Connectivity

🚗 How to Reach the Kshetra

🚆 Nearest Railway Station

Guruvayur Railway Station (1 km) / Thrissur (28 km)

✈️ Nearest Airport

Cochin International Airport (Nedumbassery) (80 km)

🚌 Nearest Bus Stand

Guruvayur KSRTC Bus Station (500 m)

🛣️ Major Highway Route

NH-66 / Guruvayur-Thrissur Road

🏛️ Devasthanam Administration

Guruvayur Devaswom Board

📞 Contact: +91 487 2556335

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Darshan timings and ritual schedules are subject to change during special festival days. Devotees are advised to confirm with temple authorities before planning visits.

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