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Poonkunnam Temple
- Poonkunnam,Kerala
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Overview
Poonkunnam Shiva Temple, located in Poonkunnam in Trissur of Kerala. The Punkunnam Shiva Temple, which is a thousand year old building, reflects the Kerala style of unique architecture. This temple showcases the cultural heritage of Kerala, with an image of Shiva, the presiding deity of the city. Trissur holds an important place in the history of Kerala and it owes its name to Lord Shiva. A number of dynasties had their capital in Trissur. This is the reason, why it has so many imposing temples like Punkunnam Shiva Temple. A large number of pilgrims visit this temple during the Sabarimalai season. The food is served free of cost and the temple area is decorated in a grand style.
About The Deity
With the main idol positioned in the central area of the temple, the Punkunnam Shiva Temple offers tourists a glimpse of other deities like Parvathi, Ganapathi, Sastha, Nagaraj, and Parthasarathi (Lord Krishna). Its exquisite surroundings and conventional design makes it one of the popular attractions in Trissur, visited by more than one millions of tourist every year.
Accessibility
Airport
The city is served by Cochin International Airport about 55 kilometres away.
Railways
Trissur Railway Station is the nearest station.
Road
Trissur has three bus stations. There are buses operated by state and private operators.
Temple Address
Poonkunnam Temple,
Punkunnam,
Trissur
Kerala.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Gain Knowledge
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Timings
Morning 6 AM to Evening 9 PM