Vishnu
Thiruvarppu Sri Krishna Temple
Thiruvarppu, Kerala · Sri Krishna (Thiruvarppu Appan)
About Thiruvarppu Sri Krishna Temple
One of the Pancha Krishna Kshetrams of Kerala, located on the banks of the Meenachil river. The idol is believed to have been installed by Arjuna himself. Thulabharam (weighing devotee against offerings) and Udayasthamana Puja (dawn-to-dusk worship) are famous vows here.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Sri Krishna (Thiruvarppu Appan)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Vishnu
📅 Best Visit Time
October to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Kottayam (10 km)
Nearest Airport
Cochin International Airport (65 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Kottayam
Visitor Tips
The Udayasthamana Puja (one-day worship from sunrise to sunset) is a popular vow; Kottayam city is a good base.
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Quick Info
State
Kerala
Location
Thiruvarppu
Ideal Base City
Kottayam
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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