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Places of Worship
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Attukal
Bhagavathy Temple
The Attukal Bhagavathy Temple, one of the ancient temples
of South India, is popularly regarded as the Sabarimala of
the Women, as women form the major portion of devotees. The
Pongala Mahotsavam is the most important festival
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Janardhana
Swamy Temple
The Janardhana Swamy temple at Varkala is situated on a very
steep hill. This famous temple, which is believed to be almost
2,000 years old, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is
a very good specimen of traditional South-Indian architecture. |
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Sivagiri
Mutt
The Sivagiri Sarada Mutt was planned and designed by Sree Narayana
Guru (1856 - 1928), a spiritual leader, renowned philosopher
and social reformer of Kerala. Presently, the Sivagiri Mutt
is the samadhi (memorial/ final resting place) |
Palayam
Juma Masjid
The Palayam Mosque is the most important mosque in Thiruvananthapuram.
Situated at Palayam, the mosque has a temple and a Christian
church as its neighbours, establishing the communal harmony
of Keralites. |
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Beemapalli
Beemapalli, 5 km south-west of Thiruvananthapuram, is an important
Muslim pilgrim centre. The Beemappalli Dargah Shareef is dedicated
to Beema Beevi, a pious Muslim lady believed to have possessed
divine powers. |
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