Maheswaram Temple, Hindu temple in Chenkal, Thiruvananthapuram district, India
The temple contains a monumental Shivalingam measuring 111 feet in height and covering 65 square feet at its foundation in Kerala.
The temple grounds, previously known as Puttarakkal, contain ancient statues discovered during renovations, with astrologers dating the site to 5000 years.
The temple incorporates soil and water from sacred locations including Kasi, Badrinath, and Rameswaram in its construction, following Vasthu Shastra principles.
The structure features six meditation halls that accommodate 50 devotees per floor, with different color themes corresponding to specific energy centers.
The temple houses 108 Shivalingams, 64 forms of Lord Shiva, and 32 forms of Lord Ganapati, along with representations of India's 12 major Jyotirlinga temples.
Location: Thiruvananthapuram district
Location: Kerala
Address: Maheswaram Temple, Chenkal, Kerala 695132 695132 695132
GPS coordinates: 8.36793,77.09776
Latest update: March 22, 2025 01:28
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