
Chettikulangara Sree Bhagavathi Temple in Alappuzha
Situated in Mavelikkara the Chettikulangara Sree Bhagavathi Temple is believed to be built by Lord Parashuram. This temple worships Goddess Saraswati in the morning, Mahalakshmi at midday and in the evening Goddess Badrakali. The other deities worshipped here include Ganapathi, Thevara Moorthy, Kannamballi bhagavathi and Nagarajav. The Kumba Bharani 'Kuthiyottam' and 'Kettu-Kazhcha' are some of the important festivals celebrated here in this temple. This is managed by the Travancore Devasom Board and the income generated from this temple is quite high.Address: Chettikulangara Devi Temple, Chettikulangara. P.O, Mavelikkara, Alappuzha District, Kerala, India
Phone: 91- 479- 2348670
Arthunkal St Andrew's Forane Church in Alappuzha
Arthunkal is a famous pilgrim center for Christians and was built by the Portuguese in the 16th century. The highlight of this church is the statue of St Sebastian which was transported from Milan and has been positioned on the right wing of the church. The 10-day Great St Sebastian feast happens in the month of January and has devotees coming in from different places. As part of this event devotees carry the statue of St Sebastain to the nearby beach and then back to the church.Address: The Vicar, St Andrew's Forane Church, Arthunkal P.O., Cherthala, Alappuzha- 688 530
Phone : 0478- 2572374, 2573560
Mullakkal Rajeswari Temple in Alappuzha
The Mullakkal Rajeswari temple worships Goddess Rajeshwari and it is also popularly known as Mullakkal Amma. The other deities worshipped here include Ayyappa, Navagraha, hanuman, Krishna with flute and Subramanya and Lord Siva Lingam. The two popular festivals celebrated at this temple are the Navarathiri festival and Thaipooya kavadi festival. The Navrathri festival has a grand procession of nine elephants and numerous cultural programs. The Thaipooyakavadi is another festival conducted in this temple and has fifteen Kavadis moving in a procession.Address: Mullackal Road, Mullakkal, Alappuzha- 688011
Jamath Masthan Masjid in Alappuzha
This is an ancient mosque over 400 years old and is located near Kallupalam Junction in Alappuzha. Every year a “Aandu Nercha" of Mastan Valiullahi is held on Muharam and celebrated for seventeen days.Edathua St. George Forane Church
Also known as the Edathua Palli, the St. George Forane Church is located on the banks of Pamba river. It was built in 1810 and shares the architectural style of medieval churches seen in Europe. There is a 11-day annual festival which is held in months of April and May. The Edathua perunal is an important feast and has families come together to be a part of the celebration. The church has both devotees as well as non Christians visit and pay their respects.Address: St. George Forane Church, Edathua - 689 573, Kerala, S.India
Ph: 0477 2212234, 2215851
Website: edathuapalli.org
Sree Krishna Temple in Alappuzha
The Ambalpuzha Sree Krishna temple is a well-known pilgrim center and is linked with Guruvayoor Sree Krishna Temple.The temple follows a traditional Kerala style architecture and showcases paintings of Dasavatharam in the interiors of this temple. The famous Arattu festival is conducted in the months of April and March.The Champakkulam Moolam Water Festival is celebrated with great pomp and the highlight is the boat race of the Chundanvalloms or Snake boats.Mackusha Juma Masjid
The Mackusha Juma Masjid has the famous makbara of Mackusha Shah. It is a famous mosque in Alappuzha and the 'Ziyarath' ritual is conducted on Thursday as well as Sunday evening.Subrahmanya Swami Temple Haripad
The Subrahmanya Swami Temple is a well renowned temple of Kerala and worships Lord Subrahmanya. It is located in Haripad and is approximately 33km away from Alappuzha. The temple follows a Kerala style architecture with features like four Gopurams and has a golden flag positioned on the eastern region of the temple.Address: Haripad, Kerala
Tel:0479 241 0690
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple
The Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple is a very powerful temple that worships serpent God Nagaraja (King of Serpents). It is located in Mannarassala and is approximately 35Km away from Alappuzha. Childless couples often seek the blessing of the lord and once they are blessed there are various ceremonies to please the God. The temple also provides a turmeric paste as prasadam which is considered to be powerful enough for curing diseases like leprosy and even infections.Address: Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple, Mannarasala Dewaswom, Mannarasala P.O, Haripad
Phone: +91- 479- 2413788