Discover Sri Guruvayurappa Temple: A Landmark for Spirituality and a Tourist Attraction
Experience the blissful aura of Sri Guruvayoorappan Temple at Mutharasanallur in the Tiruchirapalli district of Tamil Nadu. The temple, constructed with their help, is a replica of the well-known Sri Krishna temple in Kerala's Guruvayur. This temple follows the same worship protocol used in the main temple. The main deity of this temple is Sri Krishna. Apart from Sri Krishna, there is also a separate sanctum for Ayyappan, Vinayaka, and Shirdi Saibaba.
This beautiful temple also has a pond with a beautiful 12-pillared mandapam carved with various god sculptures and a small 4-pillared mandapam at the centre. The main attraction of this temple is that, at the southwest corner of the pond, the Gajendra Moksha incident is depicted with statues of Lord Vishnu, an elephant, and a crocodile. Here, we can also see a golden lotus fixed in the pond, which looks like the Golden Lotus in the temple pool at the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai. Another main attraction of this temple tank is the playful sculpture of a semi-reclining Pillaiyar reading a book in front of the entrance of the pond. You can witness the mix of Kerala-style architecture in the sanctum, with intricate wood. The temple is also famous for its daily rituals and offerings, performed with utmost devotion and dedication. The temple is also known for its daily rituals and offerings, performed with utmost devotion and dedication.

Best time to visit: November to February

Dress code

For Men:
Wear traditional attire like dhoti without a shirt. Pants and shirts not allowed inside the temple premises.
For women:
Wear sarees/half-saree/Churidar with dupatta. No western outfits like Jeans, Skirts, Shorts.

How do I reach Sree Guruvayurappa Temple in Trichy?

The temple is located in a small village called Mutharasanallur, which is at a distance of about 7 km from Chathiram Bus Stand at Trichy on the Trichy-Karur highway and about 250 meters from the Muthurasanallur railway station. The temple has a positive vibration, and it is a gift to visit this temple. It's a great boon for devotees who aren't able to see the Guruvayoorapan temple in Kerala. Never miss the opportunity to visit this temple on your trip to Trichy.

FAQ

1. What are the temple timings?

The temple normally remains open from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The timings may vary on special occasions and festival days.

2. Is there any entrance fee to visit the temple?

No, there is no entrance fee to visit the Sree Guruvayurappa Temple.

3. Are there any special rituals/ Poojas conducted at the temple?

Yes, daily poojas are Nirmalya Darshanam, Usha Pooja, Uchikala Pooja, Deeparadhana, and Athazha Pooja. Special poojas are done during festivals such as Janmashtami and Ekadasi.

4. Is photography allowed inside the temple?

No, since that would compromise the absolute sanctity of the place, photography is not allowed inside the temple premises.

5. Are there accommodations available near the temple?

Yes, several hotels and lodges provide comfortable accommodations for visitors near the temple.