What is the Vrishchikoltsavam festival?

Vrishchikoltsavam is the 8-day annual festival at Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple held in the Malayalam month of Vrischikam (November-December). It features spectacular elephant processions with 15 caparisoned elephants, Panchavadyam orchestra, Kathakali performances, and grand fireworks. It is one of the most famous temple festivals in Kochi.

What is the connection to the Cochin royal family?

Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple was the family deity (Kuladevata) of the Cochin Maharajas (Perumpadappu Swaroopam dynasty). The royal family was deeply devoted to the deity, and the temple was the site of the coronation of Cochin kings. The Devaswom still maintains royal traditions.

How old is the temple?

The temple has a history dating back over 1,000 years. The current structure was significantly renovated and expanded during the reign of the Cochin Maharajas over several centuries. The murals and wood carvings are from the 17th-18th century period.

What is the Vrishchikoltsavam festival?

Vrishchikoltsavam is the 8-day annual festival at Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple held in the Malayalam month of Vrischikam (November-December). It features spectacular elephant processions with 15 caparisoned elephants, Panchavadyam orchestra, Kathakali performances, and grand fireworks. It is one of the most famous temple festivals in Kochi.

What is the connection to the Cochin royal family?

Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple was the family deity (Kuladevata) of the Cochin Maharajas (Perumpadappu Swaroopam dynasty). The royal family was deeply devoted to the deity, and the temple was the site of the coronation of Cochin kings. The Devaswom still maintains royal traditions.

How old is the temple?

The temple has a history dating back over 1,000 years. The current structure was significantly renovated and expanded during the reign of the Cochin Maharajas over several centuries. The murals and wood carvings are from the 17th-18th century period.

Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple

Ernakulam, Kerala

Main God

Lord Vishnu

Timings

3:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Location

Ernakulam

Type

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About Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple

Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple in Tripunithura near Kochi is the royal temple of the erstwhile Cochin dynasty. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is famous for the 8-day Vrishchikoltsavam festival featuring elephant processions, Panchavadyam, and fireworks. It houses rare murals and wood carvings.

Darshan Timings

Opens at 3:30 AM - 11:30 AM

morning3:30 AM - 11:30 AM

evening5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Darshan Guide

Approach the Royal Temple

Enter through the impressive temple gateway. The temple exudes a royal grandeur befitting its status as the family temple of the Cochin Maharajas. Remove footwear and deposit electronics.

Main Darshan

Proceed to the sanctum for darshan of Lord Poornathrayeesa (Vishnu). The deity is in a standing posture and the shrine is richly decorated. The atmosphere reflects centuries of royal devotion.

View Murals & Architecture

The temple houses exquisite mural paintings and wood carvings from the Cochin royal era. Walk through the corridors to admire the traditional Kerala architecture and artistic heritage.

Vrishchikoltsavam (If in Season)

If visiting during November-December, experience the 8-day Vrishchikoltsavam - Kerala's most famous elephant pageant with 15 caparisoned elephants, Panchavadyam, and fireworks.

Location & Directions

Tripunithura, Ernakulam, Kerala 682301

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How to Reach

By Bus

Regular buses from Ernakulam to Tripunithura. City buses from Kochi city center. Tripunithura bus stand is 500m from the temple

By Air

Cochin International Airport (COK) - 30 km (1 hour drive)

By Rail

Tripunithura Railway Station - 1 km from temple. Ernakulam Junction - 8 km

Local Transport

Auto-rickshaws from Ernakulam and within Tripunithura. Ola/Uber available. Kochi Metro connectivity to Maharaja's College station, then auto (6 km)

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