Guruvayur Temple
Guruvayur, Kerala
About Guruvayur Temple
Guruvayur Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Krishna, located in Guruvayur, Kerala. It is open 3:00 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 9:15 PM.
History
Known as Bhuloka Vaikunta (Heaven on Earth), Guruvayur is one of the most sacred Krishna temples in Kerala, famed for its disciplined rituals and the deity Guruvayurappan.
Timings
3:00 AM – 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM – 9:15 PM
Dress Code
Traditional: men dhoti, women saree/set mundu
Best Time to Visit
October to February
How to Reach
Nearest railway Thrissur (29km); Kochi airport (80km).
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Reviewed by the Bhakti by Agentic Vani editorial team
Last updated June 29, 2026. Content is presented for devotional and educational purposes, with traditional beliefs framed as such. Sources: temple records and traditional Hindu accounts.