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Anandavalleeswaram Sri Mahadeva Temple

Anandavalleeswaram, Kollam, Kollam, Keralam

Anandavalleeswaram Sri Mahadeva Temple in Kollam city is an ancient Shiva temple associated with Keralam’s traditional 108 Shiva temples. The shrine is especially noted for its unusual sanctum arrangement, annual ten-day festival and classic Keralam temple setting, making it an important spiritual and cultural stop for visitors exploring Kollam’s historic urban core.

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Anandavalleeswaram Sri Mahadeva TempleKollam, Keralam
DistrictKollam
ExperiencePilgrimage
TalukKollam
PIN Code691013

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Anandavalleeswaram Sri Mahadeva Temple is an ancient Shiva shrine in Kollam city, known for its distinctive sanctum, annual festival and association with Keralam’s 108 Shiva temples.

Anandavalleeswaram Sri Mahadeva Temple is one of Kollam city’s important historic places of worship. Keralam Tourism describes the shrine as an ancient temple traditionally associated with Sage Parasurama and counted among the 108 celebrated Shiva temples of Keralam. Lord Shiva and Goddess Anandavally are the principal deities.

A distinctive feature is the sanctum complex where representations of Sree Krishna, Vishnu, Bhoomi Devi and Lakshmi Devi are also installed under one roof. The annual festival, generally held during March or April, extends for ten days and includes flag hoisting, processions, ritual observances and cultural programmes. Its central Kollam location makes the temple easy to combine with other heritage attractions around the city.

Visitors should observe temple customs, dress respectfully and confirm current worship and festival timings locally.

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Conditions can change. Follow current official advisories and instructions from local authorities or on-site staff.

  • Check the current weather and official local advisories before travelling, particularly during the monsoon.

  • Visit during published entry hours and allow enough daylight for your return journey.

  • Follow staff instructions, warning signs, marked paths and safety barriers. Keep children supervised.

  • Avoid restricted, slippery, flooded or poorly lit areas, and never cross a closed access point.

Emergency Numbers

Police Control Room
100 112
Fire Station
101
Ambulance
102 108

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