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Mannarasala Nagaraja Temple
Haripad, Kerala · Nagaraja (Serpent God)
About Mannarasala Nagaraja Temple
Mannarasala is India's largest serpent temple in a dense forest. Thousands of harmless snakes roam freely — considered divine manifestations of Nagaraja. The presiding deity is worshipped for fertility blessings.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Nagaraja (Serpent God)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Sarpayakshi
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Other
🕐 Darshan Timings
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
45 minutes
🪔 Special Puja
Mannarasala Ayilya Puja; Karkidakam Ayilya
🔔 Important Rituals
Nooroum Palum (milk and egg offering to serpents), Ayilyam puja, Sarpa bali
👔 Dress Code
White traditional attire (no colours); mundu for men
📅 Best Visit Time
August–September (Mannarasala Ayilya)
🎫 Entry Fee
Free
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Haripad Station (8 km)
Nearest Airport
Cochin Airport (100 km)
Distance from City
8 km from Haripad
Parking
Yes
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Alleppey (Alappuzha)
Food Options
Small stalls; restaurants in Haripad
Visitor Tips
White dress mandatory. You may encounter actual snakes — they are sacred and harmless.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Mannarasala Ayilya (August/September) is the most sacred.
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Dense forest with flat paths. Peaceful.
⚠️ Important Notes
Strict white dress code. No coloured clothing allowed.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Typical Duration
45 minutes
Entry Fee
Free
State
Kerala
Location
Haripad
Ideal Base City
Alleppey (Alappuzha)
Senior Friendly
Yes
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