Deity
Vishnu (Poornathrayeesa)
Main deity
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Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple is an ancient Vishnu temple in Tripunithura, Ernakulam district, Kerala, dedicated to Poornathrayeesa. The record associates the temple with the Cochin royal family and notes Kerala architectural style. Darshan timings are listed for early morning, late morning, and evening hours.
Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Ancient Vishnu temple
Pilgrim note
Architecture
Kerala style
Temple style
Location
Tripunithura, Ernakulam, Kerala
City/District/State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- Ancient
- Founder
- Arjuna / Kings of Cochin
- Mythology attributes the installation of the idol to Arjuna from the Mahabharata with guidance from Lord Vishnu. Historically, the temple served as the chief deity shrine for the Royal Family of the Kingdom of Cochin in Tripunithura. The main structure was rebuilt following a major fire in 1920.
Significance
- Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple enshrines Lord Vishnu seated atop the folded coils of the thousand-headed serpent Ananta (Santhana Gopala Moorthy). Lord Vishnu is revered here as the granter of boons to childless couples. The temple is famous for Vrischikoltsavam, an annual festival featuring 15 caparisoned elephants and Panchari Melam performances.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Verify the day’s schedule
Timings are approximate in the record (03:45–11:30, 17:00–20:00). Confirm at the temple for any same-day changes.
Arrive early for morning darshan
The temple opens before 04:00; early arrival can help you plan darshan within the morning window.
Plan travel to Tripunithura
Use “Tripunithura, Ernakulam, Kerala” for navigation and allow buffer time for local traffic.
Maintain temple decorum
Follow customary dress and respectful conduct appropriate for a Vishnu temple in Kerala.
Keep essentials minimal
Carry only necessary items to move smoothly through entry and darshan areas, especially during busy periods.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Morning timings
04:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Evening timings
05:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Dec–Jan • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
A major Vishnu observance when many devotees plan darshan and special worship.
Monthly • 1 day
Ekadashi (monthly observance)
Regular Ekadashi days are commonly observed in Vishnu temples; check local calendar for details.
Nov–Dec • Seasonal
Karthika (Karthika month observances)
Seasonal devotional period often observed in Kerala temples; specific practices vary locally.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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Temple Videos
Titles and links are sourced from temple JSON profile data.
Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple Tripunithura | Vishnu Temple Darshan
Kerala Darshan Diaries• 11:20
Watch on YouTubePoornathrayeesa Temple | Tripunithura Heritage & Cochin Royal Connection
Heritage Trails Kerala• 14:05
Watch on YouTubeSree Poornathrayeesa Temple Timings | Tripunithura Travel Guide
Pilgrim Route Guide• 8:10
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