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Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

A royal city’s story unfolds around one of India’s most revered temple complexes.
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01 — About

About Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

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We’re still writing about Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

02 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Best months
October–March; festival dates vary
Time of day
Arrive early
Crowds
High in peak seasons/festival days

Time and effort

Time needed
1–2 hours

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
Darshan/entry rules vary by access area
Parking
City parking; use designated lots
Permits
Temple dress code and entry rules apply

On the ground

Local food
Puttu-kadala, pazham pori, Kerala meals
Access
Confirm photography, dress code and access rules before visit.

Stay safe

Follow temple rules; expect queues and restricted areas

Where it is

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

8.48° N 76.94° E

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