Interesting facts about Guruvayur Temple

Guruvayur Temple!!

It is one of the most famous and important Hindu temples in India, and it is located in Guruvayur,Thrissur, Kerala. The temple is dedicated to Lord Guruvayurappan, a form of Lord Krishna (or Vishnu). And it is often Known as the "Dwarka of the South."

Some interesting facts about Guruvayur Temple:

• Only Hindus are allowed inside the inner sanctum.
• The temple is known for its strict rituals and traditional customs.
• The deity is a four-armed Krishna, carrying the conch, discus, mace, and lotus.
• Guruvayur temple has a famous elephant sanctuary nearby called Punnathur Kotta, where elephants donated by devotees are kept.
• Offerings like Tulabharam (offering something equal to one’s weight) are common.
• It gets super crowded, especially during festivals like Krishna Janmashtami and the Guruvayur Ekadasi.