Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple

Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple is a prominent Hindu temple in Tripunithura, dedicated to Lord Vishnu as Santhanagopala Murthy. It served as the national deity of the Kingdom of Cochin and features traditional Kerala architecture with a chariot-shaped sanctum. The temple is renowned for its annual Vrischikotsavam festival and its unique south-facing Ganesha idol.

Visitors can expect a serene spiritual environment with traditional Kerala temple architecture. The main deity, Santhanagopala Moorthy, is seated under the five hoods of Ananthan. The temple complex includes a gold-covered sanctum entrance and brass-inscribed outer walls. During festivals, visitors witness elaborate elephant processions and cultural performances.

The temple was the national deity of the Kingdom of Cochin and one of its eight royal temples. According to legend, it was established by Arjuna after receiving the idol from Lord Vishnu. The original wooden sanctum was destroyed in a fire in 1920 and rebuilt using concrete.

The temple is culturally significant for its association with childless couples seeking blessings for progeny. It hosts the Vrischikotsavam, one of the most vibrant temple festivals in Kerala, featuring traditional art forms like Kathakali and Panchari Melam.