Main Deity and SignificanceThe Guruvayoor Temple is one of the most revered and important Hindu temples in Kerala, often referred to as “Bhuloka Vaikuntha,” the sacred abode of Vishnu on Earth. It is located in the town of Guruvayoor in the Thrissur district.
Main Deity and Significance
The presiding deity is Guruvayoorappan, a four-armed standing form of Lord Vishnu, though he is worshipped in the form of Lord Krishna in his child form (known as Guruvayur Unnikkannan). The idol is made of a special stone called Patala Anjana and holds a conch, discus, mace, and a lotus. The temple’s legend traces its origin to the time of Lord Krishna’s departure from Earth.
The presiding deity is Guruvayoorappan, a four-armed standing form of Lord Vishnu, though he is worshipped in the form of Lord Krishna in his child form (known as Guruvayur Unnikkannan). The idol is made of a special stone called Patala Anjana and holds a conch, discus, mace, and a lotus. The temple’s legend traces its origin to the time of Lord Krishna’s departure from Earth.