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Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple, Alappuzha: History, Timings & Visitor Guide

The Thripuliyoor Mahavishnu Temple (also called Mayapiran temple) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu and located in Puliyoor, Alappuzha District, Kerala, South…

By Kishan Rajyaguru|Updated 18 October 2026

Location Alappuzha, Kerala

Entry Fee Free

Best Time October to February

Railway Station ~3 km

Nearest Airport ~97 km

About Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple

The Thripuliyoor Mahavishnu Temple (also called Mayapiran temple) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu and located in Puliyoor, Alappuzha District, Kerala, South India. Constructed in the Kerala style of architecture, the temple is glorified in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham, the early medieval Tamil canon of the Alvar saints from the 6th–9th centuries CE. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Vishnu, who is worshipped as Mayapiran/Thripuliyoorappan. The nearest railway station to the temple is located at Chengannur, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International airport.

It is one of the five ancient shrines in the Chengannur area of Kerala, connected with the legend of Mahabharata, where the five Pandavas are believed to have built one temple each; Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple by Yudhishthira, Puliyoor Mahavishnu Temple by Bhima, Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple by Arjuna, Thiruvanvandoor Mahavishnu Temple by Nakula and Thrikodithanam Mahavishnu Temple by Sahadeva.

The Aratu festival during the Tamil month of Margaḻi and the Kavadiattam during the month of Thai are the major festivals celebrated in the temple. The temple is open from 4 am to 11 am and 5 pm to 8 pm and is administered by Travancore Devaswom Board of the Government of Kerala.

Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple: Key Facts

TemplePuliyur Mahavishnu Temple
LocationAlappuzha, Kerala
StateKerala
Entry FeeFree (general darshan)
Best Time to VisitOctober to February
Nearest Railway StationChengannur railway station, ~3 km
Nearest AirportKochi (COK), ~97 km
GPS9.30194, 76.58583

Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple Timings 2026

Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple is open every day, usually from early morning to late evening with a break in the afternoon. Darshan and aarti timings change with the season and on festival days.

MorningOpens early morning (around 5 to 6 AM)
AfternoonShort break around midday at many temples
EveningEvening aarti around sunset, closes by about 8 to 9 PM

Ask the temple office on arrival for the day's aarti schedule.

Dress Code & Temple Rules

DressModest, traditional clothes covering shoulders and knees
FootwearRemove before entering; use the shoe stand
PhotographyNot allowed inside the sanctum
Not AllowedLeather items, tobacco, alcohol, non-veg food
QueueFollow queue lines and staff instructions on festival days

How to Reach Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple

LocationAlappuzha, Kerala
By AirKochi (COK), about 97 km
By AirThiruvananthapuram (TRV), about 98 km
By TrainChengannur railway station, about 3 km
Major StationAlappuzha railway station, about 35 km
By RoadTaxis, autos and state buses from the railway station and nearby cities

Distance from Nearby Cities

From	Road Distance (approx.)	Travel Time (approx.)
Kochi	126 km	3 hr
Thiruvananthapuram	128 km	3 hr
Tuticorin	222 km	5 hr
Madurai	228 km	5 hr
Coimbatore	258 km	6 hr

Best Time to Visit

October to February. The weather is cooler and drier. April–May is very hot, and the monsoon brings heavy rain to the coast. Weekday mornings are the least crowded; expect long queues on weekends, holidays and festivals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple located?

Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple is in Alappuzha, Kerala, India. GPS location: 9.3019, 76.5858.

What are the timings of Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple?

Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple is open daily from early morning to evening, usually with an afternoon break. Timings change on festivals, so confirm with the temple office before you go.

Is there an entry fee at Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple?

General darshan is free. Special pujas, sevas or quick darshan may have a separate fee set by the temple.

What is the best time to visit Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple?

October to February. The weather is cooler and drier. April–May is very hot, and the monsoon brings heavy rain to the coast.

Which is the nearest railway station to Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple?

Chengannur railway station is the nearest railway station, about 3 km away. The nearest major station is Alappuzha railway station, about 35 km away.

How far is Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple from Kochi?

Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple is about 126 km by road from Kochi (approx.).

Which is the nearest airport to Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple?

Kochi (COK) is the nearest major airport, about 97 km away in a straight line. Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) is the next option.

What is the dress code at Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple?

Wear modest, traditional clothes that cover shoulders and knees. Remove footwear before entering. Shorts and sleeveless tops are best avoided.

Is photography allowed inside Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple?

Photography is usually not allowed inside the sanctum. Outer areas may allow photos; follow the signs and staff instructions.

Which other temples are near Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple?

Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple, Sreevallabha Temple, Thiruvalla, Kaviyoor Mahadeva Temple, Kerala, Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple are close by and can be covered on the same trip.