Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple
Location: Sabarimala
The temple is located amidst dense forests and hills of the Western Ghats. Devotees traditionally observe a 41-day vrata (penance) before visiting the shrine. The annual Mandala-Makaravilakku festival attracts millions of pilgrims from across the world.
Temple Details
Basic Information
Temple Name
Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple
Location
Sabarimala
District
Pathanamthitta
State
Kerala
Architecture
The temple is built in the traditional Kerala architectural style, featuring sloping roofs, wooden carvings, copper-plated structures, and a sacred sanctum situated amidst the Western Ghats.
Temple Gallery
Full Address
Sabarimala, Pathanamthitta District, Kerala 689713, India
Temple Description
Sabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple is one of the largest and most revered pilgrimage centers in India. It is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, who is worshipped as Dharma Sastha. Millions of devotees undertake a rigorous pilgrimage to seek his blessings.