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Kalady
Kalady is a village on the right of Periyar (Poorna) river, in Ernakulam District of Kerala state, Southern India. This is an important pilgrimage center since it is the birthplace of Sri Adi Sankara, one of India's foremost philosopher saints who preached the monistic or 'Advaita' philosophy.
Kalady at a Glance
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- Thottuva Dhanwanthari Temple
- Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple
- Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple
- Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple
- Chelamattom Shree Krishna Swami Temple
- Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple
Kalady at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Thottuva Dhanwanthari Temple: Thottuva Dhanwanthari temple is a Hindu temple located in Thottuva, Kerala, India. Thottuva temple is situated on the Perumbavoor- Kodanad route, at about one kilometre away from Thottuva junction in Koovapady panchayat at Ernakulam district.
- Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple: Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple is located at Chowara in Ernakulam district. The presiding deities of north shrine are Shiva in the form of Nataraja, in the sanctum sanctorum facing east.
- Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple: Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva is situated on the banks of the Periyar river at Kalady of Ernakulam District in Kerala state in India. The Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple is one of the important temples in Cochin Kingdom.
- Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple: Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple is a temple in India, dedicated to Shiva as kirata (hunter). This temple's specialty is that the deity give dharshan to the western side.
- Chelamattom Shree Krishna Swami Temple: Chelamattom Sree Krishna Temple is a Hindu temple situated in Chelamattom, Kalady, in Ernakulam district, Kerala. This temple is situated near the banks of the Periyar River.
- Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple: Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple is located at Nayathod, a small village in Ernakulam District, Kerala, India. The temple is located at about 3 km from Cochin International Airport.
Sightseeing Places
- Thottuva Dhanwanthari Temple: Thottuva Dhanwanthari temple is a Hindu temple located in Thottuva, Kerala, India. Thottuva temple is situated on the Perumbavoor- Kodanad route, at about one kilometre away from Thottuva junction in Koovapady panchayat at Ernakulam district.
- Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple: Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple is located at Chowara in Ernakulam district. The presiding deities of north shrine are Shiva in the form of Nataraja, in the sanctum sanctorum facing east.
- Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple: Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva is situated on the banks of the Periyar river at Kalady of Ernakulam District in Kerala state in India. The Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple is one of the important temples in Cochin Kingdom.
- Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple: Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple is a temple in India, dedicated to Shiva as kirata (hunter). This temple's specialty is that the deity give dharshan to the western side.
- Chelamattom Shree Krishna Swami Temple: Chelamattom Sree Krishna Temple is a Hindu temple situated in Chelamattom, Kalady, in Ernakulam district, Kerala. This temple is situated near the banks of the Periyar River.
- Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple: Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple is located at Nayathod, a small village in Ernakulam District, Kerala, India. The temple is located at about 3 km from Cochin International Airport.
Temples
- Thottuva Dhanwanthari Temple: Thottuva Dhanwanthari temple is a Hindu temple located in Thottuva, Kerala, India. Thottuva temple is situated on the Perumbavoor- Kodanad route, at about one kilometre away from Thottuva junction in Koovapady panchayat at Ernakulam district.
- Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple: Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple is located at Chowara in Ernakulam district. The presiding deities of north shrine are Shiva in the form of Nataraja, in the sanctum sanctorum facing east.
- Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple: Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva is situated on the banks of the Periyar river at Kalady of Ernakulam District in Kerala state in India. The Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple is one of the important temples in Cochin Kingdom.
- Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple: Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple is a temple in India, dedicated to Shiva as kirata (hunter). This temple's specialty is that the deity give dharshan to the western side.
- Chelamattom Shree Krishna Swami Temple: Chelamattom Sree Krishna Temple is a Hindu temple situated in Chelamattom, Kalady, in Ernakulam district, Kerala. This temple is situated near the banks of the Periyar River.
- Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple: Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple is located at Nayathod, a small village in Ernakulam District, Kerala, India. The temple is located at about 3 km from Cochin International Airport.
Places That Define Kalady
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Thottuva Dhanwanthari Temple
Thottuva Dhanwanthari temple is a Hindu temple located in Thottuva, Kerala, India. Thottuva temple is situated on the Perumbavoor- Kodanad route, at about one kilometre away from Thottuva junction in Koovapady panchayat at Ernakulam district.
Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple
Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple is located at Chowara in Ernakulam district. The presiding deities of north shrine are Shiva in the form of Nataraja, in the sanctum sanctorum facing east.
Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple
Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva is situated on the banks of the Periyar river at Kalady of Ernakulam District in Kerala state in India. The Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple is one of the important temples in Cochin Kingdom.
Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple
Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple is a temple in India, dedicated to Shiva as kirata (hunter). This temple's specialty is that the deity give dharshan to the western side.
Chelamattom Shree Krishna Swami Temple
Chelamattom Sree Krishna Temple is a Hindu temple situated in Chelamattom, Kalady, in Ernakulam district, Kerala. This temple is situated near the banks of the Periyar River.
Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple
Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple is located at Nayathod, a small village in Ernakulam District, Kerala, India. The temple is located at about 3 km from Cochin International Airport.
Puthoorppilly Sree Krishnaswamy Temple
Puthoorppilly Sreekrishna temple is located at Manjapra, a small village in Ernakulam District, Kerala, India. This temple is a protected monument by Archeological Department, Kerala.
Eravikulangara Temple
Eravikulangara Bhagavathy Temple is an ancient Hindu temple in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India, dedicated to Bhagavan Sivan and Bhagavan Ayyappan.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (COK), about 4 km from Kalady.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Angamaly railway station, about 7 km from central Kalady.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Kalady (Apr, May, Jun) averages 24–32°C with about 342 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Kalady (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–30°C with about 390 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Kalady (Oct, Nov) averages 23–31°C with about 227 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Kalady (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 22–34°C with about 36 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C.
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History
- Summary: Kalady is a village on the right of Periyar (Poorna) river, in Ernakulam District of Kerala state, Southern India.
- Overview: Kalady is a village on the right of Periyar (Poorna) river, in Ernakulam District of Kerala state, Southern India. This is an important pilgrimage center since it is the birthplace of Sri Adi Sankara, one of India's foremost philosopher saints who preached the monistic or 'Advaita' philosophy.
- Ancient History: Kalady was under Thekkemadom kingship, a kerala based Shankara Acharya mutt.
Festivals
- Overview: Kalady is a village on the right of Periyar (Poorna) river, in Ernakulam District of Kerala state, Southern India. This is an important pilgrimage center since it is the birthplace of Sri Adi Sankara, one of India's foremost philosopher saints who preached the monistic or 'Advaita' philosophy.
- Best Festival Time: The most comfortable months are the cooler months.
Planning Guide
- Overview: Kalady is a village on the right of Periyar (Poorna) river, in Ernakulam District of Kerala state, Southern India. This is an important pilgrimage center since it is the birthplace of Sri Adi Sankara, one of India's foremost philosopher saints who preached the monistic or 'Advaita' philosophy.
- Accommodation: Guest houses and choultry maintained by Sringeri Math and Ramakrishna Advaita Ashram Government Rest House 7594970495 Private lodges like Hotel Prince and Udaya Lodge also offer economical accommodation. Listed options include K K Towers and KTDC Tamarind.
- Best Way To Explore: Local private buses ply to almost all the parts of Kalady. The bus frequency is 10 minutes in peak times and up to 30 minutes in off peak hours.
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Significance
Kalady was under Thekkemadom kingship, a kerala based Shankara Acharya mutt.
Spiritual Significance
Kalady was under Thekkemadom kingship, a kerala based Shankara Acharya mutt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kalady is most comfortable in the cooler months, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is February (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November.
The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (COK), about 4 km away. The nearest railway station is Angamaly railway station, about 7 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Thottuva Dhanwanthari Temple, Chowara Chidambaraswamy Temple, Cheranalloor Mahadeva Temple, Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple, Chelamattom Shree Krishna Swami Temple and Thiru Nayathode Siva Narayana Temple.
A stay of 2 days covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 29°C to 35°C over the year, with about 2818 mm of rain in total.
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