Guruvayur Temple
Guruvayur Temple
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DhonMennen
Singapore, Singapore337 contributions
Oct 2024 • Solo
The trip to the temple was after our breakfast with my cousins at Lilac Hotel, a 4* hotel near the temple. We got driven in a beautiful TATA Jeep by courtesy of the hotel.
However, at Guruvayoor Temple was a different story. The queue to witness the Arati and pray we're in hundreds of not thousands on public holidays, festive seasons and auspicious days. This queue is to get into the Temple proper and it will definitely take hours to have a 3-4 minutes glance and prayer.
We did not get into the queue as we walked through the thick crowd and made ourselves to the entrance of the main altar where Lord Guruvayoorpoan is situated. Though it is far away, the Arati can be seen for a quick glance and prayer.
Nevertheless, there is a paid system to get in faster. For Rs.1,000 (USD12) per person ticket, you could get in quicker. For a group of 4 the fee is RS5,000 (USD60) plus prasad and some food included.
I was told that to get these tickets itself the queue is long.
So those who would like to go with lesser hassle, one has to be there by 4.30am to 5am for the 6.30am prayers.
Guruvayoorpoan is Lord Krishna and he is widely worshipped by Malayali Hindus. If you want to go inside the temple there is a humble dress code of veshti moondu. No pants and shirts are allowed. This rule is universally applied.
However, at Guruvayoor Temple was a different story. The queue to witness the Arati and pray we're in hundreds of not thousands on public holidays, festive seasons and auspicious days. This queue is to get into the Temple proper and it will definitely take hours to have a 3-4 minutes glance and prayer.
We did not get into the queue as we walked through the thick crowd and made ourselves to the entrance of the main altar where Lord Guruvayoorpoan is situated. Though it is far away, the Arati can be seen for a quick glance and prayer.
Nevertheless, there is a paid system to get in faster. For Rs.1,000 (USD12) per person ticket, you could get in quicker. For a group of 4 the fee is RS5,000 (USD60) plus prasad and some food included.
I was told that to get these tickets itself the queue is long.
So those who would like to go with lesser hassle, one has to be there by 4.30am to 5am for the 6.30am prayers.
Guruvayoorpoan is Lord Krishna and he is widely worshipped by Malayali Hindus. If you want to go inside the temple there is a humble dress code of veshti moondu. No pants and shirts are allowed. This rule is universally applied.
Written 6 October 2024
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S Sainath
Mumbai, India8 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
The temple is too grand to be reviewed.
One useful tip I thought of contributing. There is a separate queue for senior citizens .
Cameras, smart watches and other electronic items are strictly prohibited. The dress code of veshti (dhoti) for men needs to be adhered to .
For ladies sarees or churidar is permitted.
There is also a provision for a special darshan . There is a separate counter for tickets , the charge is 1000 per person (Cash Only) .
In case you want to you can use the City Union Bank automated machine which is in one corner of the temple campus opposite the guest facilitation counter . They accept other modes of payment (sadly no one uses it or is aware of this ) , I am providing a pic of the same .
In case you book online please do not forget to carry a printout ( there are no facilities to print the same ) .
Have a nice darshan
One useful tip I thought of contributing. There is a separate queue for senior citizens .
Cameras, smart watches and other electronic items are strictly prohibited. The dress code of veshti (dhoti) for men needs to be adhered to .
For ladies sarees or churidar is permitted.
There is also a provision for a special darshan . There is a separate counter for tickets , the charge is 1000 per person (Cash Only) .
In case you want to you can use the City Union Bank automated machine which is in one corner of the temple campus opposite the guest facilitation counter . They accept other modes of payment (sadly no one uses it or is aware of this ) , I am providing a pic of the same .
In case you book online please do not forget to carry a printout ( there are no facilities to print the same ) .
Have a nice darshan
Written 28 December 2024
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Relgemini
Chennai (Madras), India86 contributions
Feb 2025 • Couples
We had 2 darshans. One at 10 am by Ghee Vilakku darshan also called spl darshan - costs Rs 1000 per person. Even though this is called Spl darshan, it merges with normal darshan queue closer to the sanctum sanctorum. The entry point being quite narrow, it is definitely challenging as people push to get ahead of you.
The Temple also has Senior Citizen darshan twice a day - once at 5 am and the other at 4.30 pm. You need to show some age proof ( PAN or Aadhar card). We went by the evening slot. This darshan took just an hour to come out.
The Temple also has Senior Citizen darshan twice a day - once at 5 am and the other at 4.30 pm. You need to show some age proof ( PAN or Aadhar card). We went by the evening slot. This darshan took just an hour to come out.
Written 12 February 2025
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Dr Sheetal
Goa, India347 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Lord Shri Krishna temple. Beautifully built. Clean and well maintained. Ambiance is great. As far as I know for male devotees lungi is compulsory and for female devotees traditional Indian dress to enter inside (check with temple authority).
Written 6 July 2024
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karthik g
Mysuru (Mysore), India42 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
Devine place.
Pre Booking,helped us save time.The temple is usually crowded.The temple has a dress code.
It is advisable to park your car in the parking slot that you find in the entrance otherwise it may
Pre Booking,helped us save time.The temple is usually crowded.The temple has a dress code.
It is advisable to park your car in the parking slot that you find in the entrance otherwise it may
Written 29 March 2024
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Sudhendra D
Hyderabad District, India9 contributions
Jun 2024 • Solo
Nice temple. I booked a room in a near by hotel. Plenty of hotels are available near the temple. There is special queue for senior citizen. I had darshan within 1 hour. For senior citizen the special darshan from 4.30 to 6 AM and 4.30 to 6.00 PM. Free lunch and dinner is provided by the temple. Only Indian traditional dress ( Dhoti and towel for gents) is allowed.
Written 19 June 2024
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TheWorldNut
Bangalore District, India661 contributions
Aug 2023
Now who can review the home of Krishna himself. Albeit some useful tips for those who wish to visit the majestic Guruvaryur temple.
The temple gets crowded on weekends, so if possible visit on a weekday, alternatively the 1000/- per head passes are totally worth it and can be easily booked online as well as at the temple itself.
Dress code is strictly observed, however there are shops near by which can provide Mundu for men (Lungi), with a velcro. Trust me, its really convenient with a velcro.
Though there is a cloak room service, however the queue to put things there is long, so most of the people just leave their footwears outside somewhere. We did the same and found them exactly as is at the same spot :).
The special darshan takes about 30 minutes, with the crowd being organized nicely, though the time one gets infront of the deity is only about 2-3 sec. So make sure you are attentive to make the best use of it.
Parking facility is available closer by but mostly full, and honestly not ample for the kind of crowd the temple attracts.
For those who do not know Malayalam, its a bit of challenge out there to figure out the right place to get in the queue. Make sure to confirm from 2-3 people to avoid any misunderstandings.
The temple gets crowded on weekends, so if possible visit on a weekday, alternatively the 1000/- per head passes are totally worth it and can be easily booked online as well as at the temple itself.
Dress code is strictly observed, however there are shops near by which can provide Mundu for men (Lungi), with a velcro. Trust me, its really convenient with a velcro.
Though there is a cloak room service, however the queue to put things there is long, so most of the people just leave their footwears outside somewhere. We did the same and found them exactly as is at the same spot :).
The special darshan takes about 30 minutes, with the crowd being organized nicely, though the time one gets infront of the deity is only about 2-3 sec. So make sure you are attentive to make the best use of it.
Parking facility is available closer by but mostly full, and honestly not ample for the kind of crowd the temple attracts.
For those who do not know Malayalam, its a bit of challenge out there to figure out the right place to get in the queue. Make sure to confirm from 2-3 people to avoid any misunderstandings.
Written 16 August 2023
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LAKSHMI Devi C
Bengaluru, India109 contributions
Dec 2021
We had been there to fulfill some thualbhaarams taken. It starts at 5.00 am, hence we took the 4.00 am slot for special shree kovil darshanam. The advantage that we had was a very less queue as compared to the free darshan. However, as you enter the sanctum santorium, everyone converges, irrespective of free or paid darshan.
We had some archanas to be done and were not aware that we had to collect the prasadam BEFORE exiting the main sannidhi. However, the devasom people were very helpful as they offered to collect it for us and give it. The system is excellent for collecting various prasadams, there is a separate counter for paying and collecting. Very well organised.
Thualbharam que was quite long even at 4.30 am. There are separate scales for banana and other offerings, prices of which are clearly mentioned.
Overall, the management is very well organized and managed.
We had some archanas to be done and were not aware that we had to collect the prasadam BEFORE exiting the main sannidhi. However, the devasom people were very helpful as they offered to collect it for us and give it. The system is excellent for collecting various prasadams, there is a separate counter for paying and collecting. Very well organised.
Thualbharam que was quite long even at 4.30 am. There are separate scales for banana and other offerings, prices of which are clearly mentioned.
Overall, the management is very well organized and managed.
Written 20 January 2022
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Heagle
Middletown, DE2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
The Guruvayur Temple the Divine Abode of Kannan, and the divinity one can experience here. But, the so called Devasom, Anthamkammi Devasom Atheist Devasom their mismanagement of the Administration is so devastating. The Deepavali day even otherwise the crowd management is so poor, These dyfi goons who is in devasom do not know how to behave. Useless comerades has been appointed as Administrative heads and the serving people they are so rude and devastating behaviour from them The stupids do not know when the nada opens and what kind of poojas is happening in Guruvayur, Again, there is a deep plan going on to make this Ekadasi 2023 Guruvayur Ekadasi controversial, heard from the temple that this anthamkammi devasom is planning not to open the Thirunada on Dwadasi day, so no dwadasi villakku achaara langanam is the mugha mudra of the Pinu kammi government. Kerala Devasom should be dismissed and Bhakthas should be given in charge of all the Temples.
Written 12 November 2023
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r_kaimal2001
Auckland Central, New Zealand45 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
As is usual, visiting Guruvayoor Temple is a great experience. However, what never changes is the terrible and extremely bad attitude of the Devesom board employees who think they own the temple. They are very rude and their behaviour to the worshipers is of very poor quality and leave a very bad taste in an otherwise great visit. Time they got sent to a personnel training school, where they are taught inter-personnel skills and the value of good behaviour. What a shame!!
Written 22 September 2023
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Is Senior citizens queues are available in Akadesi day on 11th December?
Written 7 December 2024
I want to have Darshan on 04th Dec evening .How do I book
Written 23 November 2024
I like to know the entire history behind this temple, including stories if any. Thank you!
Written 18 October 2024
Senior citizens can enjoy free darshan, and there is a dedicated queue specifically for them.
Written 6 October 2024
Will there be a separate queue for senior citizens, the whole of this month(May)? I understand that during certain festival seasons the authorities cancel this privilege. I hope you will respond to my enquiry at the earliest. Thank you 🙏
Written 1 May 2024
Hello!
Yes senior citizens have a separate queue,but only for stipulated time. Once in the morning and once in the evening.
Written 6 May 2024
No age limit
Everyone will be given anna Prasad
Written 14 April 2024
We plan to do choronnu for our child at 5am.Will the photographer be available so early?
Written 6 March 2024
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