Ernakulathappan Temple also know as Ernakulam Shiva Temple

About Ernakulam Shiva Temple

Ernakulathappan Temple, also known as Ernakulam Shiva Temple is one of the major temples of Kerala, located in heart of Ernakulam, the downtown area of the city of Kochi. The temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is considered as the city temple, with the presiding deity as the protector of the city, as per local Hindu faiths and traditions. As per the common practice in Kerala, the deity is reverently called Ernakulathappan, which means Lord of Ernakulam.

Ernakulathappan Temple History

The temple is located within the Durbar Hall Ground. The temple history itself has deep association with history of the city and was one of the 7 royal temples of Kochi Maharajas. The temple is now under administration of Cochin Devasom Board. The temple in its current form was built under active patronage of Diwan Sri Edakkunni Sankara Warrier in year 1846 and raised it level of a Royal temple in the Kochi Kingdom. The temple is built on 1-acre (4,000 m2) land.

The temple is one of the major Shiva temples in Kerala counted along with the Ettumanoor Mahadevar Temple, Kaduthruthy Mahadeva Temple, Vaikom Temple, Chengannur Mahadeva Temple and Vadakkunathan temple.

Ernakulathappan Temple Location

The temple is situated in the heart of Ernakulam city and is easily accessible.

Nearest Town/Landmark/ Junction : Durbar hall art gallery – 210 m

Nearest Bus station: Durbar hall bus stop – 200 m

Nearest Railway station: Ernakulam junction railway station – 1km

Nearest Airport : Cochin International Airport – 36 km

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