Chittoor Sree Krishnaswamy Temple
Chittoor Sree Krishnaswamy Temple | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Hinduism |
District | Kochi |
Deity | Lord Krishna |
Location | |
Location | South Chittoor |
State | Kerala |
Country | India |
Architecture | |
Completed | 13th century |
Chittoor Sree Krishnaswamy Temple, located at
The sreekovil or sanctum sanctorum is square in shape, with a pyramidal roof covered with copper plates. Similar to the idol at
History
The history of this temple dates back to the 13th century. It was built by the head of the local ruling family, the Cheranelloor Swaroopam - Cheranelloor Karthas. The men of this family were known by the title kartha. Around seven centuries ago, Narayanan Kartha (Another version says the name was Raman Kartha), a young member of the family, became an ardent devotee of Lord Krishna, and moved to
The subsequent generations of the family showed great reverence for the temple, and built it up further. Later, as the Cochin Royal Family became prominent, they took over the administration of the temple. When the kingdom acceded to the Indian Union, management of the temple was transferred to the Cochin Devaswom Board.
Pooja Timings
Palliyunarthal | 3.00 AM |
Nada Opens | 4.00 AM |
Nirmalyam | 4.05 AM |
Enna Adal | 4.15 AM |
Vakacharth | 4.20 AM |
Sankabiskekam | 4.30 AM |
Malar Nivedhyam | 4.45 AM |
Usha Pooja | 5.00 AM |
Ethirtha Pooja | 6.00 AM |
Ethritha Siveli | 6.30 AM |
Panthiradi Pooja | 7.30 AM |
Ucha Pooja | 10.30 AM |
Ucha Siveli | 10.45 AM |
Nada Closes | 11.00 AM |
Nada Opens | 4.30 PM |
Deeparadhana | After Sunset |
Athazha Pooja | 7.30 PM |
Athazha Siveli | 8.00 PM |
Thripuka | 8.10 PM |
Nada Closes | 8.30 PM |
Offerings
Aadiya Enna, Puvan/Kadali Pazham, Kalabhabhishekam, Pushpabhishekam, Palpayasam, Sahasranamarchana, Neyvilakku, etc. are the main offerings of Lord Krishna. Vedi Vazhipadu, Turmeric and Kumkum, Guruthy and Chanthattam are the main offerings for Bhagavathi. Pinvilakku, Dhara, Koovalamala, etc. are the main offerings of Lord Shiva. Lord Ganesh has Ganapathi Homam as his main offering. Ayyappan has Neerajanam as his main offering. Nagas have Noorum Palum and Rakshas has Palpayasam.
Location
The temple is located in the village of South Chittoor, 6 km from Erankulam North, surrounded by coconut lagoons, in the north western part of the city of Kochi, Ernakulam District, Kerala. The temple is well connected by rail and road, with the nearest railway station at
See also
- Temples of Kerala
References
- ^ "Chittoor Temple History". Chittoor Temple. Retrieved 29 November 2010.
- ^ "Chittoor Temple Features". Chittoor Temple. Retrieved 29 November 2010.