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Padmanabhaswamy Temple: The Sacred Abode of Lord Vishnu in Kerala
Admin February 13th, 2026
Lord Vishnu is one of the most prominent and highly revered deities for Hindus. There are 108 Divya Desams or Vishnu temples in India. One of them is the Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Padmanabhaswamy, a form of Lord Vishnu, is the principal deity of this temple. It is located in the East Fort of Thiruvananthapuram, which is the capital city of Kerala. The architecture of this temple is a blend of Kerala and Dravidian styles. The history of the temple goes back to the 8th century. It also closely relates to the Travancore Kingdom. This dynasty ruled this region from the 18th to the 20th century. This ancient shrine is a part of the rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted religious traditions of the people of this area. In this blog by Cottage9, we will discuss the most fascinating aspects of this Vishnu temple.