Shiva
Vaikom Mahadeva Temple
Vaikom, Kerala · Mahadeva (Shiva)
About Vaikom Mahadeva Temple
Vaikom Mahadeva Temple is historically significant as the site of the Vaikom Satyagraha (1924–25) for temple entry rights. On the banks of Vembanad Lake backwaters. The Vaikkom Ashtami festival is over 1000 years old.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Mahadeva (Shiva)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Parvati
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
4:30 AM – 11:30 AM, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
45 minutes
🪔 Special Puja
Vaikkom Ashtami (November); Maha Shivaratri
🔔 Important Rituals
Ashtami Rohini, Sivaratri, daily Deeparadhana
👔 Dress Code
Traditional Kerala attire; mundu for men
📅 Best Visit Time
November (Vaikkom Ashtami)
🎫 Entry Fee
Free
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Kottayam Station (15 km)
Nearest Airport
Cochin Airport (50 km)
Distance from City
15 km from Kottayam
Parking
Yes
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Kottayam
Food Options
Restaurants in Vaikom town
Visitor Tips
The backwater setting makes this serene. Morning mists and lake view are beautiful.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Vaikkom Ashtami (8-day festival) celebrated for over 1000 years.
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Flat, waterside temple. Very senior-friendly.
⚠️ Important Notes
Peaceful location on lake banks — one of the most serene Shiva temples.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
4:30 AM – 11:30 AM, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Typical Duration
45 minutes
Entry Fee
Free
State
Kerala
Location
Vaikom
Ideal Base City
Kottayam
Senior Friendly
Yes
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