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Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple
📍 Temple📍 Pilgrimage📍 Trek

Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple

Pathanamthitta, Kerala, India

4.7 (0)
Overview

The forest shrine of Lord Ayyappa reached barefoot through Periyar's hills — one of the largest pilgrimages on earth each Mandala season.

Why visit: India's great equal-before-God trek, deep in tiger forest.

Things to do
  • ›Pamba to Sannidhanam climb
  • ›18 holy steps
  • ›Makaravilakku
  • ›Erumeli traditions
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Travel Information

Best time

Nov–Jan (Mandala-Makaravilakku)

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹500–1,500

Duration

1–2 days

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