This temple is located about 30kms from Nagercoil - Marthandam near the Kerala - Tamil Nadu border and one of the 13 Malai Naatu Divya Desams. This is one of the oldest temples in this region.Though this Divya Desam is located in Tamil Nadu, The temple has been built in typical Kerala style on a 3 acre land. All poojas are in Kerala style . As the Lord killed the Asura Kesan, he came to be called ‘Adi Kesavan’. This Divya Desam is surrounded and circled by rivers (River Parali) from all sides. Hence, this place came to called Thiru ‘Vatta-aaru’.The temple is older than Anantha Padmanabha Swamy temple in Thiruvananthapuram, (about 50kms from here). Adi Kesava Perumal is said to be the elder brother of Anantha Padmanabhan and hence, this place is referred to as Aadhi Ananthapuram. This temple is also known as Chera Naatu Srirangam.

Sree Adikesava Perumal Temple: 2500 Years of Glorious Heritage Sree Adikesava Perumal Temple, situated in Thiruvattar in Tamil Nadu (formerly a part of southern Kerala), has been in existence for circa two and half thousand years. It is one of the 108 Vaishnava temples, Divya Desam, in India. However, during recent past its significance has become understated. The Deity is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Ananthasayanam, as Lord Adikesava he is in recumbent pose (Yoganidra), with eyes closed dreaming of manifesting the universe whilst reclining on the coiled body of the Serpent King, Adiseshan, who is a symbol for the beginning of time. According to the Puranas, Lord Brahma performed a Yaga without Saraswathi Devi, as a result of Saraswathi’s anger two asuras, Kesan and Kesi emerged out of the sacrificial fire, these asuras troubled the Three Worlds. The Devas approached Vishnu for a solution. Following an almighty battle Lord Mahavishnu in the form of Kesava, Perumal defeated Kesan, and then to secure him Adiseshan coiled around him. This is how Lord Kesava Perumal became known as ‘Adi Kesavan’. The second asura Kesi, who had seen her brother Kesan defeated, wanted revenge and with her friend, Kothai they both took the form of rivers and surrounded the temple with the intention of submerging it. Bhoomi Devi (the earth Goddess) raised the temple away from the waters, and today the temple is surrounded by the rivers Parali and Kotha and stands at a height of 55 feet from ground level. The Puranas say ‘the rivers’ repented and were forgiven, then Perumal had a dip in Moovaatru Mukham, the place where the rivers joined with the Arabian sea and even today, during Painguni Utsavam, Perumal comes on a golden Garuda for a dip in the river, re-enacting the Shapa Vimochana incident. Thiruvattar Temple is orbited by a protective necklace of Shivalingams, and in March, during Mahasivarathri, pilgrims visit these shrines chanting ‘Govinda’, Lord Vishnu’s name. The famous Shivalaya Ottam is said to be only complete when the devotees end their trip in the Perumal temple. There are too many sacred associations and agamas to mention here but scholars and devotees may approach the temple for further discovery. Sree Adikesava Perumal Temple 2500 Years of Glorious Heritage Typically a temple is built around a gigantic single block Mandapam stone on which the Vigraham/ idol is placed. The earthly representation of Adikesava is constructed as the human body, a Karungali wood framework forms his skeleton, a concoction of coconut husks adheres to the skeleton representing the nervous systems and 16,008 strategic Shaligrama stones from Nepal replicate his organs and his human form. His skin has seven applications of Kadusharkara Kalkam polished to perfection. His visions of evolution from fish to horseman are manifested in stone on the southern wall of the Ottakkal Mandapam; the last two avatars, Buddha and Kalki are being repaired and will soon return to the northern wall. The daily poojas are performed in the Archana Vigrahas and the daily Abhishekas (bathing) of the Lord takes place at the Ottakal Mandapam. Inside the Sanctum Santorum are the symbols of the Sun, Moon and manifestations of the Discus and Mace, Vishnu’s weapons. These ancient carvings according to Purana wisdom demonstrate the cosmic science of Hindus. Artistic wooden carvings are all around the temple and there are infinite geographical, architectural, astrological, historical and literal references to the divinity of the idol. The temple architecture is Dravidian style architecture with wooden pillars, doors and roofs. The lord is lying on his snake couch and has to be viewed through three doors. We could see Lord Shiva near Lord Adikesava Perumal inside the sannidhi. Deepalakshmis are many but none resembles the other. The Otraikkal Mandapam (single stone hall) made of a single stone 3 feet thick, is a marvel. Oorthuva Thandavam, Venugopala, Rathi, Manmatha, Lakshmana and Indrajit are excellently carved. The temple is also renowned for its murals.

The first sight of the temple we see are the outer walls and it itself are magnificent. The inside courtyard is adorned by the mandapam that goes around the temple. It shows the richness the temple once possessed. The inner part of the temple is not very big as we think when seeing the outside ambience but has rooms around the walkway which makes it look large. The sanctum sanctoram is very large so as to accomadate the huge idol of Perumal. Although said to be a twin temple to Padmanabhaswamy temple in Thiruvananthapuram, the looks provide a contrast to the statement. The temple still possesses grandeur which resembles the past days of glory. Hoping for the glòry to be restored, Om Namo Narayanaya!❤

One of the famous temples in South India, a must vistaar place. Timing morning 5-12 noon and evening 5-8. Reconstruction work is going on here, in February, 2021. Mural paintings on the walls are on recapture now. Will be a awesome experience, once all works are over. Fine atmosphere, nice calm place. A must watch place of worship. It's believed as the parental temple of Sri Padmanabha temple, Thiruvananthapuram.

Loved the place, calm and sceneric , first I visited trivandrum Padmanabha temple u can see vishnu in lying position head resting on u r left side, but in this temple u can see vishnu resting on right side. But both are facing east the illusion is that,only we are changing position, so it feels so

Amazing ancient temple Kumbhabhishekam on June 2022 after 600 years.Major renovators of this temple are the Travancore kings.

A must visit temple near Trivandrum. Because Sree Padmanabha temple construction is adopted from Adi keshava Temple. You can notice ine more thing after and before entering the temple. Your mind will ne cleaned and very peaceful after the Darshan.

An historical huge temple built with rock and woods. Adi Keshava is worshipped here. Architecture on Rock and woods are wonderful. Huge wall around the temple is another wonder.

Another well maintained Divya desam , with lord Ranganathar in prone position. One of biggest statues carved out of stone.

Very grandiose temple styled in chera architecture.... The temple houses 3 shrines... Aadhikesava perumal the primary deity Krishna and dharma shastha.... There are excellent sculptures most probably of late cheras Or nayakkar architecture..... The wooden works of this temple shows the prowess of chera sculptors... It also has Kerala styled mural paintings from natural herb dyes.... This temple is a masterpiece and architectural marvel

Keshava Swamin resemble Padmanabha swamy temple at trivandrum only difference lord changes the sleeping posture. Very beautiful temple maintained by travancore trusts. Temple Staffs need to improve in respecting devotees. Too much noise esp during annadhana timings. Lord is seen in a dark room only with lamps, looks so beautiful. His mesmerizing look attracts him One of the ancient temples , every beautiful pillar is the proof for the same Ample Car parking facilities.

I recently had the privilege of visiting the awe-inspiring temple believed to hold the divine power that aided the King in winning the war against Portugal. This sacred place is not only a testament to the rich history and culture of the region but also a symbol of unwavering faith and resilience. Nestled amidst serene surroundings, the temple exudes an air of tranquility and mystique. Its architectural brilliance, adorned with intricate carvings and vibrant colors, is a sight to behold. As I entered the temple, I was immediately struck by a palpable sense of spirituality and devotion that seemed to hang in the air. The ambiance inside the temple was nothing short of divine. The fragrance of incense, the soft chants of prayers, and the flickering oil lamps added to the ethereal experience. Visitors, irrespective of their beliefs, cannot help but be moved by the spiritual energy that permeates this sacred place. Overall, my visit to this temple was a deeply enriching experience. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a spiritual seeker, or simply a curious traveler, this temple offers a unique glimpse into the past and the enduring power of faith. It's a place where legends and reality intertwine, reminding us of the profound impact that belief and devotion can have on the course of history.

One of the richest God, but temple is struggling for renovation. Please do your able contribution to the temple and receive Athikesavar's blessings for you and your family

Beautiful temple where Sreeman Narayanan on reclining position blessing the devotees. Supposed to be a biggest perumal with 22 feet length . Here his pada Kamalam is on the left side and the mughakamalam is on the right side . Not to miss the beautiful wooden carvings surrounding the temple .

A must visit temple for Hindu devotees.Lord vishnus Anantha shayanam and offerings would be tulsi mala which is available there itself.Timings would be from morning 5am-12am in mornings and evenings 5:00 Pm to 8:00 pm. Must visit and the architecture inside is amazing.

The temple architecture is Dravidian style architecture with wooden pillars, doors and roofs. The Temple is surrounded by a thirty-feet-high fort wall. The outer corridor stand on 224 stone pillars. The adjacent forward facing mandapams includes sculptures and art works which depicts events from Ramayana. It also portrays Gods and goddesses from Hindu mythology including Shiva, Parvati and Sri Krishna etc. The lord is lying on his snake couch and has to be viewed through three doors. We could see Lord Shiva near Lord Adikesava Perumal inside the sannidhi. Deepalakshmis are many but none resembles the other. The Otraikkal Mandapam (single stone hall) made of a single stone 3 feet thick, is a marvel. Oorthuva Thandavam, Venugopala, Rathi, Manmatha, Lakshmana and Indrajit are excellently carved. The temple is also renowned for its murals.Udaya Marthanda Mandapam

One of the best places to get a positive vibe

One of the oldest temples in kanniyakumari district. Main devotee is LORD VISHNU. Statute of lord Vishnu is in the form of sleep which is known as ANANDHASAYANAM we can see through three doors which are opened only once in a year. Must visit temple in Tamilnadu which comes under TRAVANCORE DEVASAM BOARD.

This is a replica of Shri Padmanabha Swami temple in Thiruvananthapuram. Very minute and detailed work done on wood as well as rock. The entire temple was built in Granite rock.

Ancient temple of Lord Ananta Padmanabhaswamy. The temple is an hour's drive from Thiruvananthapuram Sri Padmanabhaswamy Ksetram. The temple's main deity is Adikeshava Perumal. Other shrines are Lord Ganesha, Lord Krishna temple, Dharma Sastha. Ancient architecture. Photography is prohibited inside the temple premises. The ambiance inside the temple was nothing short of divine. The fragrance of incense, the soft chants of prayers, and the flickering oil lamps added to the ethereal experience. Visitors, irrespective of their beliefs, cannot help but be moved by the spiritual energy that permeates this sacred place.

One of the 108 important divya desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Adi Kesava Perumal Temple is located in Thiruvattar in the Kanniyakumari district of Tamil Nadu. The presiding deity of the temple, Lord Vishnu is in the form of Ananthapadmanbhan or Adi Kesava Perumal and resides in a reclining position here.

A must visit temple! The architecture is awesome, the best. Adi Kesava Perumal - Mahavishnu is on Ananthasayanam and the view inside is just splendid. Will fall in love with the overall experience.

One of the Divya desam temple. Poojas are done in perfect timings. A just see temple for all..

Ancient temple of Lord Ananta Padmanabhaswamy. Mirror image of Thiruvananthapuram Sri Padmanabhaswamy. The temple is an hour's drive from Thiruvananthapuram Sri Padmanabhaswamy Ksetram. The temple's main deity is Adikeshava Perumal. Other shrines are Lord Ganesha, Lord Krishna temple, Dharma Sastha. Ancient architecture. Photography is prohibited inside the temple premises. It will not be crowded if you visit early in the morning.

Lord Vishnu temple, a beautiful place to visit.

Adikesava Perumal Temple is a Hindu temple located in Thiruvattar, Kanyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India and is one of the 108 Divya desams, the holy sites of Hindu Vaishnavism according to existing Tamil hymns from the seventh and eighth centuries C.E. The temple is one of the historic thirteen Divya Deshams of Malai Nadu. The temple is a picturesque setting surrounded on three sides by rivers namely, (River Kothai, River Pahrali and River Thamirabarani) It was the Rajya Temple and Bharadevatha shrine of Erstwhile Travancore.

Sree Adikesava Perumal Temple is located at Thiruvattar which is about 50 km from Trivandrum. It is one of the 108 divya desams of Vaishnavais. Beautiful architectural style which has many similarities between the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple of Trivandrum including the 22 feet Anantha Padmanabha Swamy which is a mirror image of that of the later. A must visit place for a blissful Darsan.

A calm and pleasent place to visit. It's one of the mahavishnu temple as the Vishnu placed as ananthasayanam. The construction of the temple is astonishing and is 2500 year old. Not enough parking space there. The temple is also known as thiruvattar temple and is 500 meter distance from thiruvattar colachal road.

Great temple of lord Vishnu.. now renovation is going on...

Had wonderful experience. Environment exactly like Tiruvandrum Padmanaba swamy temple.

Divine place to visit... It is one of the divya desham's ou5 of total 108.. We can feel at peace here.