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Achankovil Sastha Temple
Achankovil, Kerala · Sastha (Ayyappa)
About Achankovil Sastha Temple
One of the five sacred Sastha (Ayyappa) temples of Kerala, nestled in a dense forest by the Achankovil river. The deity here is a married form of Ayyappa (with Poorna and Pushkala) — unlike Sabarimala where Ayyappa is celibate. The Makara Vilakku (January) celebration here is as sacred as Sabarimala's. The river-forest setting is supremely peaceful.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Sastha (Ayyappa)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Poorna & Pushkala
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Other
🕐 Darshan Timings
5:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📅 Best Visit Time
November to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Punalur (23 km)
Nearest Airport
Trivandrum International Airport (110 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Kollam
Visitor Tips
One of the five sacred Sastha temples; suitable for all including women (unlike Sabarimala); the river crossing to the temple during monsoon season is an experience.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
5:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
State
Kerala
Location
Achankovil
Ideal Base City
Kollam
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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