Makaravilakku
The divine jyothi sighting on the Makara Sankranti evening.
स्वामिये शरणम् अय्यप्पा
Swamiye Sharanam Ayyappa
I take refuge in Lord Ayyappa.
🙏 Swamiye Sharanam Ayyappa
A sacred Pancha Sastha Sthala. Come take darshan of Ayyappa.
Every devotee is welcome at Sabarimala Sri Ayyappa Temple. Here is how you can participate.
Sabarimala is a forest temple in the Western Ghats dedicated to Lord Ayyappa. Pilgrims observe 41-day vratham before climbing the 18 sacred steps (Pathinettam Padi) to the sannidhanam.
स्वामिये शरणम् अय्यप्पा
Swamiye Sharanam Ayyappa
I take refuge in Lord Ayyappa.
Swamiye Sharanam Ayyappa
Nine celebrations a year light up the sacred calendar.
The divine jyothi sighting on the Makara Sankranti evening.
41-day ritual season culminating in Mandalam day.
Essential guidance for a blessed and comfortable darshan at Sabarimala Sri Ayyappa Temple.
Black/blue mundu with irumudi kettu. Strictly 41-day vratham.
Weekdays and early mornings see shorter queues. Allow at least 2–3 hours for a complete darshan experience.
Phones, cameras, leather items and tobacco are typically prohibited inside the sanctum. Cloakroom facilities are available at most temples.
Footwear must be removed before entering the temple precinct. Designated chappal stands are available at the entrance.
After darshan, receive the sacred prasadam — blessed food offered to the deity — as a tangible blessing to carry home.
Sabarimala Sri Ayyappa Temple welcomes devoted patrons who wish to support its daily sevas and preserve it for future generations.
Pathanamthitta
Pathanamthitta, Kerala, India
✈️ Cochin International Airport (178 km)
🚆 Chengannur (90 km)
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