Triprayar Sree Rama Temple
Dedicated to Lord Rama, this river bank temple in Thrissur district is the starting point of the Nalambalam Yatra. The four armed deity holds conch, discus, bow, and garland.
Nalambalam Temples of Thrissur
A Sacred Pilgrimage Through Divine Abodes of epic Ramayana
About the Nalambalam Pilgrimage
The Thrissur Nalambalam pilgrimage is a revered spiritual journey to four temples dedicated to Lord Rama and his brothers Lakshmana, Bharata, and Shatrughna located in Thrissur and parts of Ernakulam district. Traditionally undertaken during the Malayalam month of Karkidakam (July–August), this one day pilgrimage is believed to bring immense blessings, prosperity, and relief from difficulties. The temples are located near each other Triprayar, Irinjalakuda, Moozhikkulam, and Payammal offering devotees a unified and serene experience. Devotees visit in the sequence Rama, Bharata, Lakshmana, Shatrughna, concluding usually before noon during the sacred season, following ancient legend and ritual practices.
Glimpses of Divine Architecture
The Sacred Four
Koodalmanikyam Bharatha Temple
Koodalmanikyam Bharatha Temple is a renowned Hindu temple located in Irinjalakuda, Thrissur district, Kerala, India. It's dedicated to Lord Bharatha, the brother of Lord Rama, and is the only ancient temple in India to worship Bharatha.
Thirumoozhikkulam Lakshmana Perumal Temple
Thirumoozhikkulam Lakshmana Perumal Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, specifically in the form of Lakshmana Perumal. Located in Thirumoozhikkulam, Ernakulam district.
Payammal Sree Shatrughna Temple
Payammal Sree Shatrughna Swamy Temple in Thrissur, Kerala, is dedicated to Lord Shatrughna, Lord Rama's youngest brother. It's a significant stop during the Nalambalam pilgrimage, especially popular during Karkidakam month, attracting devotees from across the region.
