Thaipooya Mahotsavam Sree Subrahmanya Swamy Temple, Harippad

Sree Subrahmanya Swamy Temple, Harippad, Alappuzha dedicated to Lord Subrahmanya is one of the oldest and most famous temples in Kerala. The temple premise covers over a hectare of land, the shrine is a fine example of the Kerala's temple architecture. On Thaippooyam day hundreds of devotees carry Kavadies to the temple and dance in abandon unfolding a magnificent spectacle in the temple precincts. Thousands of small traditional oil lamps fixed on the outer walls of the temple are lit on the festival night.

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