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Kerala has a number
of pilgrimages of importance to
Hindus, Muslims, Jains and
Christians. Every year thousands of
devotees throng the state to offer
prayers to their deity.
Sabarimala, Bharananganam,
Aruvippuram, Sri Garuda Temple,Shree
Bhadra Narasimhaswami Temple,
Udyaneswara Temple,Vrindavan Temple,
Sri Hanuman Temple and Sri Kashi
Math Temple Shree Prasadapureswara
Temple are among some of the most
revered temples in Kerala.
In this context, a mention must be
made of Pathanamthitta district also
known as the 'Headquarters of
Pilgrimage Tourism', of Kerala. It
is one of the 14 districts of Kerala
formed on 1 November 1982 for
propelling the progress of the state
even further.
District
Area - 2642sq.km.
District
Population - 11,88,332
Temperature
- Mean Max. 37.0 deg.C, Mean Min.
22.0 deg.C
Climate
- Tropical
Tourist
Season - August to March
Altitude
- 500-1000 mt. above sea level
When on a spiritual odyssey in
Pathanamithitta, there are various
hill stations, reservoirs and
cultural centers worth visiting as
well apart form its agglomeration of
temples, churches and mosques. Some
of the 'Must See' places at
Pathanamthitta are:
Sabarimala Sree Dharmasastha Temple
Pandalam
Kozhencherry
Niranam
Thiruvalla Sreevallabha Temple
Aranmula
Paliakara Church
Kaviyoor
Pathanamthitta Mosque
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