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AMBALAPUZHA TEMPLE

Location: Ambalapuzha near Aalapuzha, Kerala
Main Deity: Krishna
Famous For : 'Palpayasam' Served Here
Nearby Attraction: An Image Of Buddha At Karumadi

Ambalappuzha Temple, Alappuzha, Kerala, Aalapuzha, KeralaThe ancient Sree Krishna Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna is situated 8 miles south of Alappuzha.

This temple is famous throughout Kerala for the milk porridge, 'Palpayasam' served here. At Karumadi, near by, is an image of the Buddha, a relic of the times when Buddhism flourished in the State.

It is also in this temple that 'Pallipana' is performed by 'Velans' (sorcerers) once in twelve years. Human sacrifice was conducted in ancient times. However, cocks have now replaced humans on the sacrificial altar.

Neighbouring Alleppey, with its beautiful backwaters and canals has a water carnival and Regatta conducted every year as part of the Independence Day celebrations.


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