Places to visit in Guruvayoor
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The main travel attractions of Guruvayoor are :
Guruvayoor Temple
Guruvayoor Temple is the main travel attractions of Guruvayoor. Hindu pilgrims from all the over the world come to this temple to offer prayers to the Hindu God Krishna. The architecture of the temple is stunning and the idyllic setting of the temple is soothing to the mind and eyes.
Punnathur Kotta
Elephant-lovers must explore the Punnathur Kotta elephant sanctuary. It was once the fort of the Punnathur kings and it is just 3 kilometers from the temple. Elephants are nurtured here which take part in various rituals and festivals of kerala. In social life of Kerala elephant has an important part. Kota is home to various renowned temples elephants known for their intelligence. Rituals are performed here to offer prayers to the Lord Ganapathi.
Mammiyoor Temple
The Mammiyoor temple is a worthvisiitng site at Guruvayoor located at a distance of half kilometer from Guruvayoor temple. It is believed that Shiva and Parvathy were present at the installation ceremony of the idol of Lord Krishna at Guruvayoor temple. He blessed from a distance where the Mammiyoor Temple is sited now.
