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Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple, Alappuzha: History, Timings & Visitor Guide

The Thrichittatt Mahavishnu Temple (also called Thiruchenkundrur and Imayavarappan temple) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu, located in Chengannur, Alappuzha District, Kerala, South…

By Kishan Rajyaguru|Updated 18 October 2026

Location Alappuzha, Kerala

Entry Fee Free

Best Time October to February

Railway Station ~1 km

Nearest Airport ~94 km

About Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple

The Thrichittatt Mahavishnu Temple (also called Thiruchenkundrur and Imayavarappan temple) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu, located in Chengannur, Alappuzha District, Kerala, South India. Constructed in the Kerala style of architecture, the temple is glorified in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham, by Nammalvar, one of the Sri Vaishnava saint-poets of the 8th century called the Alvars. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Krishna, an avatar of Vishnu, who is worshipped as Imayavarappan. The nearest railway station to the temple is located in Chengannur, while the nearest airports are Trivandrum International Airport and Cochin International Airport Ernakulam.

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, Puliyur Mahavishnu Temple by Bhima, Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple by Arjuna, Thiruvanvandoor Mahavishnu Temple by Nakula and Thrikodithanam Mahavishnu Temple by Sahadeva.

The temple is open from 5:00 am to 11:00 am and 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and is administered by Travancore Devaswom Board of the Government of Kerala.

Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple: Key Facts

TempleThrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple
LocationAlappuzha, Kerala
StateKerala
Entry FeeFree (general darshan)
Best Time to VisitOctober to February
Nearest Railway StationChengannur railway station, ~1 km
Nearest AirportKochi (COK), ~94 km
GPS9.32667, 76.60420

Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple Timings 2026

Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu 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 Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple

LocationAlappuzha, Kerala
By AirKochi (COK), about 94 km
By AirThiruvananthapuram (TRV), about 100 km
By TrainChengannur railway station, about 1 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	123 km	3 hr
Thiruvananthapuram	130 km	3 hr
Tuticorin	221 km	5 hr
Madurai	225 km	5 hr
Coimbatore	254 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 Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple located?

Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple is in Alappuzha, Kerala, India. GPS location: 9.3267, 76.6042.

What are the timings of Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple?

Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu 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 Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu 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 Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu 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 Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple?

Chengannur railway station is the nearest railway station, about 1 km away. The nearest major station is Alappuzha railway station, about 35 km away.

How far is Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple from Kochi?

Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple is about 123 km by road from Kochi (approx.).

Which is the nearest airport to Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple?

Kochi (COK) is the nearest major airport, about 94 km away in a straight line. Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) is the next option.

What is the dress code at Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu 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 Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu 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 Thrichittatt Maha Vishnu Temple?

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