Muthuvara Siva Temple Thrissur

Sree Maheswara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is situated in Koorkancherry, 2 km away from Thrissur. The temple idol was installed by the well known religious and social reformer, Sree Narayana Guru. The Thypooya Mahotsav, the annual seven day festival of the temple is celebrated with pomp and splendor by the devotees. Regular bus and taxi services are available to the temple.
Cochin International Airport, located 58 km from Thrissur is the nearest airport. Rail aspirants can access this place through Thrissur Railway Station. Local attractions include Vadakkunnathan Temple, Archeological Museum and Thrissur Zoo

Chamakkavu Devi Temple

Chamakkavu Devi Temple near Venmoney is currently a Hindu Temple, but historically this temple was a Buddhist place of worship, which was transformed initially into a Vishnu temple (then known as Sharnga-kavu) and later into a Devi temple. The annual chariot festival and other traditions correspond to the old Buddhist practices of "kettu kazhcha", which was assimilated into Hinduism in Kerala.

The old Buddhist families that worshipped at this temple are said to have moved to a nearby 'kavu' called Vavvara. The Vavvara kavu was owned and maintained by the Elavanthi family. M. C. Narayanan of Kallumala used to be the head of the clan that maintained the Vavvara Kavu and legendary family related to the Chamakkavu temple (the old Buddhist shrine).

Uthrallikavu Temple

Uthralikkavu temple is some two kilometers away in the direction of north from Wadackanchery on the Kodungallore-Shoranur state highway. Just aside the Thrissur – Shoranur Railway line, amidst the paddy fields and surrounded by a chain of highlands and hills, the temple compound forms a rather arena-like stage where the Pooram and its associated features such as elephant procession, fireworks, percussion orchestra etc. would be held.
Despite the fact that the temple is rather small in size compared to its counterparts in Kerala and that it is located at an isolated rural part of the district, during the festival season, the temple and the village raises to media attraction and news fame.

Achancovil Temple Kollam

Achankovil Temple is in the Kollam district and is in Kerala border. Infront of the temple we can see Achancovil river.  Achankovil is an important Hindu pilgrim centre and the famous Sastha temple here is situated amidst thick forest. It is very much important among the sastha temples in Kerala. The presiding deity of this temple is Lord Ayyappa. It is said that the installation of the idol of Sastha have been installed several centuries before the Christian Era by Lord Parasurama himself. Achencovil temple is almost above 950 mtrs height from the sea level.Achankovil Shastha Temple, or the Dharmasastha Temple, is one among the five important temples dedicated to Lord Ayyappa in Kerala. Lord Ayyappa leads the Grihastha Ashrama life here – he is depicted as a family man or leads married life here. He is depicted along with his two wives – Purna and Pushkala.

It is believed that the idol here was installed by Lord Parashurama.Lord parasurama got the 'Darshan' From the God Ayyappa, leads to the creation of this Temple which is named as Satha Kovil temple .The Idol of Ayyappa at this Sastha Temble is known as "Rudraksha sila" Which Believed to be made with ruthraksha's and this Idol is believed to be having Miraculous Properties with it's sandal paste Especially snake venom is believed to be cured with that sandal paste from the hand of lord Ayyappa.The Achankovil Sastha Temple is famous for curing poisonous snake bites. The left hand of the idol of Ayyappa at Achankoil Shastha Temple always holds ‘Chandan’ (sandalwood paste) and Thirtha (holy water). The Chandan and Thirtha are considered to have medicinal properties to cure snake bites.

Here Lord Ayyappa is in the form of “Grihasthasrami”. Lord is sitting along with his two wives  ‘Poorna’ and ‘Pushkkala’.The temple is surrounded by a big wall,it is meant to prevent wild animals entering inside the temple.The temple complex also contains other deities associated with the Ayyappa legend. The festivals and rituals held here have strong Tamil roots. During the Sabarimala pilgrimage, devotees also visit this temple to offer their prayers.

Thirunelli Temple Wynad

Thirunelli Temple is the only temple in the world where the devotees can perform all the rituals related to one’s life, starting from birth to death and life after death. It is one of the most ancient temples in Kerala. It is believed that here the prathishta of Lord Vishnu was performed by Lord Brahma. It is also known as ''Sahyamala Kshetram'' and ''Kashi of the South''.

 Thirunelli Temple draws pilgrims from allover, primarily for ancestral rites. The rituals are performed on the banks of the stream Papanasini which flows down from Mount Brahmagiri. It is believed that this stream has divine power to dissolve sins of all the mortals. Another major attraction of the temple is the holy rock where people pray for their forefathers. On the western side of the temple is the cave temple Gunnika, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Thus Thirunelli becomes blessed by the unique presence of all the members of the trinity. 

The beautiful Brahmagiri hills and the surrounding lush green forests have made the temple premises a valley of tranquility. So everybody feels completely relaxed after sitting in the sanctum of the temple. The temple is an embodiment of ancient temple architecture. The aquaduct that brings water to the temple is also a witness to hundreds of years of history. 

Sabarimala - Sree Dharma Sastha Temple,

Sree Dharma Sastha Temple, SabarimalaSabarimala Sree Dharma Sastha Temple, dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, is the most famous and prominent among all the Sastha temples in Kerala. The temple is situated on a hilltop (about 3000 feet above sea level) named Sabarimala in Pathanamthitta district, which is unique in many respects. The uniqueness gathers its voice, as the temple is open to all, irrespective of caste, creed or religion. There is a place near the temple; east to Sannidhanam, dedicated to the Vavar (a sufi and friend of Lord Ayyappa) which is called 'Vavarunada', an epitome of religious harmony. Another interesting fact is that it is not open throughout the year.

It is open for worship only during the days of Mandalapooja, Makaravilakku and Chitra Vishu. It is said that the pilgrims have to follow fasting for 41 days to cleanse their minds before going to Sabarimala. The journey to the temple is to be taken through difficult paths in the forest as the vehicles can go only up to Pampa. 

Valiyakunnu Narasimha Murthy kshetram

This temple in Valiyakunnu , Malappuram district of kerala is dedicated to the lord Narasimha. Along side with Lord Narasimha, Lord Guruvayoorappa is also present. The presence of Lord Guruvayoorappa is to calm down the ferocious nature of Lord Narasimha.
This temple is situated besides a ayyappa tempe which is called as the 'Ayyappan Kavu'. The temple is situated admist of scenic beauty with greenery around. In colochial terms the lord here is also addressed as 'Thevar'.

This temple is accessasible via - valanchery ,perithalmanna, or through Pattambi.While visiting this temple , the famous Thiruvegapura, Kadampuzha, Thirumandhankunnu, Perinthalmanna Thalli can also planned alongside.