Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple: The Serpent Grove

December 12, 2025 Friday

Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple is the largest and most significant snake temple in Kerala. Located in a forest glade, it houses over 30,000 stone snake images. Unique to this temple, the main priestess is a woman, known as "Mannarasala Amma."

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Significance: Nature Worship

• The Priestess: The rites are performed by the eldest female member of the Illam (family), a rare tradition in Hindu temples.
• Turmeric Paste: The main Prasad is a special turmeric paste believed to cure skin diseases.

Location & How to Reach

• Address: Haripad, Alappuzha District.
• Setting: Surrounded by dense trees and vines, creating a mystical atmosphere.

Trilok App Tip: The Ayilyam festival is massive here. Use the Trilok App to find the date of the Ayilyam star in the Malayalam calendar.

Temple Timings

• Opening Hours: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Nature and Faith on Trilok

• Mythology: Read the story of Parashurama and the origin of snake worship in Kerala on the app.
• Virtual Tour: See the serene serpent groves (Kavu) via the app gallery.

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