Udayamperoor Perumthrikkovil Temple

Udayamperoor Perumthrikkovil Temple is a Hindu temple in Ernakulam featuring a large circular sanctum with an east-facing Shivling at its center. The structure displays traditional Kerala architectural design with elaborate details that frame the sacred space with careful spatial arrangement.

The temple ranks among 108 major Shiva temples in Kerala with roots extending back thousands of years. It was historically held by 28 Uralan families who maintained the site through successive generations.

The temple serves as a gathering place for devotees who come to experience traditional rituals and spiritual practices that remain central to local life. Ceremonies and festivals here reflect the religious customs that have shaped the community for generations.

Visit early in the morning to experience the temple at its busiest and most active time, when morning rituals and ceremonies typically take place. Parking facilities and local food shops are nearby for basic needs.

Local accounts tell of Vilwamangalam Swamiyar discovering the temple grounds overgrown and needing to crawl through thick vegetation to enter. This story reflects a spiritual belief about the sacred nature of the place and how it protected itself.

Location: Ernakulam district

GPS coordinates: 9.92036,76.36120

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43