Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple
Guruvayur Devaswom Guruvayur 680101, Guruvayur, Thrissur, Kerala
Famous for: Famous Krishna pilgrimage templeEvery day · 03:00 – 21:30
Getting there
1 km · Near Nearest Regional KSRTC bus stand
Distances are approximate. Check local transport and road conditions before you travel.
Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple is Kerala's most visited Krishna shrine — the Dwarka of the South drawing millions of devotees annually.
🌟 What Makes It Special
- Idol known as Guruvayurappan (four-armed Vishnu as Krishna)
- Strict traditional dress code for entry
- Famous elephant sanctuary (Punnathur Kotta) nearby
- Centuries-old pilgrimage traditions and offerings
🕒 Visit Details
- LocationGuruvayur Devaswom Guruvayur 680101
- Distance from Guruvayur KSRTC Bus Stand1 km by road (approx.)
- Visiting hours03:00–21:30 (darshan timings vary)
- Best time to visitWeekday early morning
- Ideal duration2–3 hours including queue
- Free darshan; special offerings extra
✔️ Tips for a Smooth Visit
- Phones and cameras banned in sanctum
- Very crowded during Ulsavam festival (Feb–Mar)
- Visit Punnathur Kotta elephants in afternoon
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- What is Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple famous for?
- Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple in Guruvayur, Kerala is known for Famous Krishna pilgrimage temple. Read visitor reviews and photos on Visiting Places Hub.
- Where is Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple located?
- Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple is located at Guruvayur Devaswom Guruvayur 680101, Guruvayur, Kerala. View the map and directions on https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/guruvayur-sree-krishna-temple-kerala.
- What are the opening hours for Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple?
- Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple is typically open Every day · 03:00 – 21:30. Hours may vary on holidays — confirm locally before visiting.
- How do I reach Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple?
- Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple is about 1 km from Nearest Regional KSRTC bus stand. More travel tips are on the place page and the Guruvayur city guide at https://visitingplaceshub.com/places/in/guruvayur-kerala.
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