ATTUKAL BHAGHAVATHY TEMPLE

An ancient temple dedicated to goddess Durga 2km from Trivandrum city. The annual festival comes on Feb/Mar attracts thousands of devotees. Pongala an offering to goddess is most important event among this festival. Any one can offer these to goddess, no restriction of caste or religion.

BEEMA PALLI

Beema palli ( church) is a shrine dedicated to the memory of Beema Beevi , a pious and devote Muslim lady, imbued with divine powers. The chandanakudam festival in October is the most important one. In July there is a celebration called Beema palli urusu.

THIRUNAKKARA MAHADEVAR TEMPLE

Situated in the heart of Kottayam town is one of the famous Siva temple dedicated to Lord Siva.

ERUMELI VAVARAMBALAM

This mosque is dedicated to Vavar, a companion of the deity of Sabarimala temple, Lord Aiyappa. The mosque is unique in that Hindu pilgrims customarily worship here before their trek to Sabarimala. Festival of this temple is known as Pettathullal. 

SIVA TEMPLE, VAIKOM

Temple 40 km north of Kottayam associated with the legendry Parasurama, is a typical example of the Kerala style of temple architecture. Here the festival held in November or December and its known as Ashtami.

SREE KRISHNA TEMPLE GURUVAYOOR

This temple is one of the most sacred and important pilgrim center of Kerala. This historic temple is shrouded in mystery. According to belief, the temple is the creation of Guru, the preceptor of the Deva & Vayu, the lord of wind. In the chuttambalam ( outer enclosure) is the tall 33.5 meter high Dwajasthambam ( flag-post). Also there is a 7 meter high Deepasthambam (pillar of lamps) whose 13 circular receptacles provide a truly gorgeous spectacle when lit.

VADAKKUMNATHAN TEMPLE

One of the oldest temple in the state, the Vadakkumnathan temple is a classical example of the Kerala style of architecture and has many decorative murals and pieces of art. This is the venue of the world famous pooram festival celebrated annually in April-May. The fire works and procession of 30 caparisoned elephants decorated with gold ornaments & colorfully  decorated umbrellas accompanied by chenda melam, the Kerala music, is a spectacular sight.

MARAMON CONVENTION KOZHENCHERRY

Maramon Christian convention on the river sand bed of Kozhencherry and Maramon of Pampa river under the auspices of the Marthoma church, in February every year is world famous. This is the world's largest gathering of Christians attracting over a milion people for one week from Sunday to Sunday.

SABARIMALA

In the midst of thick forest is one of the most popular Hindu pilgrimage centers of India,on account of the famous Aiyappa temple about 914 meters above sea level. The devotees taking oath to worship in Sabarimala follow self purification known as vratham over a month. thousands of devotees trekking miles and miles on foot singing songs of praises of the Lord Aiyappa is an inspiring and fascinating scene. The festival season is in Nov/Dec. Women between the age of 14 & 40 are not allowed.

VALIYA PALLI & CHERIA PALLI

This two churches dedicated to St.Mary were built in 1515 AD & 1579 AD respectively. The valiya palli is known for its Persian cross and pallavi inscription. The cheria palli houses some of the most exquisite murals & paintings based on Biblical and non-Biblical themes.

CHOTANIKARA DEVI TEMPLE

About 20 km from Ernakulam, Devi temple at Chotanikara on the Piravam -Kottayam road, attracts large  number of worshippers from all over the country every day for the cure of various diseases, especially known for mental cure. Navarathri festival at Chotanikara is very famous.

MALAYATOOR

Annual pilgrimage to the Malayatoor church on the hill top about 4 km from Kalady and 57 km from Ernakulam. Driving around the hill amidst natural scenery is a fascinating experience. St.Thomas, the apostle founded a church here when he came on his Christian mission. His foot steps are seen here.

THIRUNAVAYA

Thirunavaya is historical on account of the Mamaankam festival, a grand assembly of the rulers of Kerala, held here once in 12 years. The festival was founded by Cheraman Perumal and was last performed in 1775.This temple is also known as the Benares of the south. It is situated 8 kms from Tirur on the banks of river Bharatapuzha.

NERCHA FESTIVAL, VELIANCODE

Nercha festival was commenced after the death of Veliancode Thangal claimed to be the descendent of prophet Mohammed. The annual festival is mostly a recital of holy Quran at the mosque of Thangal and supply feast to the poor.