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Chennithala
Chennithala is a small village in Mavelikkara Taluk, Alappuzha district, Central Travancore in Kerala state, India.
Chennithala at a Glance
Why Chennithala?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Chettikulangara Devi Temple
- Manakkattu Devi Temple
- Karingattukavu Devi Temple
- St. Peter and St. Paul's Church
- Evoor Major Sri Krishnaswamy Temple
- Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad
Chennithala at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Chettikulangara Devi Temple: Chettikulangara Sree Bhagavathi temple is one of the most renowned Hindu temples in Kerala. Main deity is Sree Bhadrakali.
- Manakkattu Devi Temple: Manakkattu Devi Temple is a temple in Kerala. The temple is located at Pallippad in Karthikappalli taluk of Alappuzha district in the south Indian state Kerala.
- Karingattukavu Devi Temple: The Karingattukavu Devi Temple is located at Prayar village, Chengannur taluk, Kerala, in India on the bank of the river Pampa. It is a Durga and Bhadrakali temple.
- St. Peter and St. Paul's Church: St. Peter's and St. Paul's Orthodox Church (also known as Parumala Pally or Parumala Seminary) in Parumala, Thiruvalla Taluk, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India, is a pilgrimage centre and mausoleum of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church.
- Evoor Major Sri Krishnaswamy Temple: Evoor Major Srikrishnaswamy temple is a Krishna temple in Evoor near Haripad, in Alappuzha, Kerala. It is said to have originated five millennium ago following Khandava Dahanam.
- Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad: Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad near Harippad, Alappuzha, Kerala is one of the oldest temples in Kerala.This temple is dedicated to Durga Devi and the goddess is also known as Karthiyayini Devi.
Sightseeing Places
- Chettikulangara Devi Temple: Chettikulangara Sree Bhagavathi temple is one of the most renowned Hindu temples in Kerala. Main deity is Sree Bhadrakali.
- Manakkattu Devi Temple: Manakkattu Devi Temple is a temple in Kerala. The temple is located at Pallippad in Karthikappalli taluk of Alappuzha district in the south Indian state Kerala.
- Karingattukavu Devi Temple: The Karingattukavu Devi Temple is located at Prayar village, Chengannur taluk, Kerala, in India on the bank of the river Pampa. It is a Durga and Bhadrakali temple.
- St. Peter and St. Paul's Church: St. Peter's and St. Paul's Orthodox Church (also known as Parumala Pally or Parumala Seminary) in Parumala, Thiruvalla Taluk, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India, is a pilgrimage centre and mausoleum of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church.
- Evoor Major Sri Krishnaswamy Temple: Evoor Major Srikrishnaswamy temple is a Krishna temple in Evoor near Haripad, in Alappuzha, Kerala. It is said to have originated five millennium ago following Khandava Dahanam.
- Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad: Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad near Harippad, Alappuzha, Kerala is one of the oldest temples in Kerala.This temple is dedicated to Durga Devi and the goddess is also known as Karthiyayini Devi.
Places That Define Chennithala
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Chettikulangara Devi Temple
Chettikulangara Sree Bhagavathi temple is one of the most renowned Hindu temples in Kerala. Main deity is Sree Bhadrakali.
Manakkattu Devi Temple
Manakkattu Devi Temple is a temple in Kerala. The temple is located at Pallippad in Karthikappalli taluk of Alappuzha district in the south Indian state Kerala.
Karingattukavu Devi Temple
The Karingattukavu Devi Temple is located at Prayar village, Chengannur taluk, Kerala, in India on the bank of the river Pampa. It is a Durga and Bhadrakali temple.
St. Peter and St. Paul's Church
St. Peter's and St. Paul's Orthodox Church (also known as Parumala Pally or Parumala Seminary) in Parumala, Thiruvalla Taluk, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India, is a pilgrimage centre and mausoleum of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church.
Evoor Major Sri Krishnaswamy Temple
Evoor Major Srikrishnaswamy temple is a Krishna temple in Evoor near Haripad, in Alappuzha, Kerala. It is said to have originated five millennium ago following Khandava Dahanam.
Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad
Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad near Harippad, Alappuzha, Kerala is one of the oldest temples in Kerala.This temple is dedicated to Durga Devi and the goddess is also known as Karthiyayini Devi.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), about 97 km from Chennithala.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Mavelikara railway station, about 4 km from central Chennithala.
- By Road: The road system is connected to all various parts of Kerala. The nearby bus stations are Mavelikkara, Thiruvalla, Chenganur and Haripad which connects to most of the cities in the South India.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Chennithala (Apr, May, Jun) averages 24–32°C with about 298 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Chennithala (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–31°C with about 281 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Chennithala (Oct, Nov) averages 23–30°C with about 257 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Chennithala (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 22–32°C with about 35 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C.
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Festivals
- Overview: Chennithala is a small village in Mavelikkara Taluk, Alappuzha district, Central Travancore in Kerala state, India.
- Best Festival Time: The most comfortable months are January and December.
Planning Guide
- Overview: Chennithala is a small village in Mavelikkara Taluk, Alappuzha district, Central Travancore in Kerala state, India.
- Accommodation: Local high quality hotels and restaurants are available all over, but accommodations are difficult to get. The option is to go Mannar or Mavelikkara around 3-6 km and stay around.
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Significance
The Valiya Perumpumpuzha bridge connecting to Thattarampalam in the south of Chennithala was inaugurated in 2002. The Achankovil River flows through Chennithala.
Spiritual Significance
The Valiya Perumpumpuzha bridge connecting to Thattarampalam in the south of Chennithala was inaugurated in 2002. The Achankovil River flows through Chennithala.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chennithala is most comfortable in January and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.
The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), about 97 km away. The nearest railway station is Mavelikara railway station, about 4 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Chettikulangara Devi Temple, Manakkattu Devi Temple, Karingattukavu Devi Temple, St. Peter and St. Paul's Church, Evoor Major Sri Krishnaswamy Temple and Vettikulangara Devi Temple Cheppad.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 30°C to 35°C over the year, with about 2418 mm of rain in total.
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