Mannarasala Temple

Mannarasala Temple
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictAlappuzha
DeityNagaraja
FestivalsMannarasala Aayilyam, Maha Shivaratri
Location
LocationHaripad
StateKerala
Country India
Mannarasala Temple is located in Kerala
Mannarasala Temple
Mannarasala Nagaraja Temple, Haripad, Alappuzha, Kerala
Geographic coordinates9°17′23.1″N 76°26′44.4″E / 9.289750°N 76.445667°E / 9.289750; 76.445667
Architecture
TypeArchitecture of Kerala
Specifications
Temple(s)One
Elevation34.44 m (113 ft)
Website
www.mannarasala.org

Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple (Malayalam: മണ്ണാറശാല ശ്രീ നാഗരാജാക്ഷേത്രം) in Haripad [1] is a very ancient and internationally known centre of pilgrimage for the devotees of serpent Gods (Nagaraja). The famous Nagaraja temple "Mannarasala" in Haripad is nestled in a forest glade,[2] like most snake temples. The Mannarasala Temple has over 100,000 images of snakes along the paths and among the trees, and is the largest such temple in Kerala, India. Couples seeking fertility come to worship here, and upon the birth of their child come to hold thanksgiving ceremonies here, often bringing new snake images as offerings. A special turmeric paste which is available at the temple is credited with curative powers.

  1. ^ "Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple in Haripad, Alappuzha". Kerala Tourism. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  2. ^ "Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple, Alleppey". www.holidify.com. Retrieved 25 November 2023.