Thiruvambady SreeKrishna Temple
THIRUVAMBADI SRI KRISHNA TEMPLE
The Thiruvambadi Sree Krishna temple is an ancient Hindu temple in Thrissur, Kerala. The temple is mainly dedicated to the lord Krishna in his child form and the idol symbolizes the divinity and innocence of Krishna.
The temple also worships goddess Bhadrakali with equal importance to lord Krishna. Lord Ganesha, lord shastha, and Brahmarakshasu are also worshipped here.
The main specialty of this temple is its participation in the Thrissur Pooram festival.
The Thiruvambadi Sree Krishna swami temple is one of the two major temples participating in the Thrissur program which is known as the festival of festivals and the goddess of this temple is considered the youngest sister of the deity of paramekkavu temple.
Major Festivals / Events
Thrissur Pooram
Sree Krishna Jayanthi
Thrissur pooram and sree krishna jayanthi are considered as the most celebrated festivals of this temple.
Grand procession along with the accompany of decorated elephants, panchavadyam, fireworks, melam are the key highlights of these festivals.
The temple also have a wide range of different offerings which includes the Udayasthama pooja, kalam Pattu, navakam, choroonu, etc.
Accessibility
As the temple is located in the city, it is easily accessible for the devotees to visit the temple. the city is well connected with the roads and rails.
Direct buses are available from the major cities and the nearest railway station is Thrissur railway station which is located about 2km away from the temple.
The Cochin International Airport is located about 55km away from the Thrissur city.
Temple timings
Morning - 5.30 am to 11.00am
Evening - 5.00pm to 8.00 pm
The temple timing may change during the time of festivals and other special occasions.
Temple Address
Thiruvambadi Sree Krishna swami temple,
Shornnur road, Punkunnam,
Thrissur, Kerala 680022, India.
Famous hindu pilgrimage Places Nearby
The vadakkunnathan temple
Punkunnam Shiva temple
Paramekkavu bhagavathy temple