HomeTemples Elamgulam Sree Dharma Sastha Temple
Open now

Elamgulam Sree Dharma Sastha Temple

0 (0) , Est. 800 years old (deity); documented history from Edapally royal period

About the temple

Elamgulam Sree Dharma Sastha Temple in Kottayam, Kerala is an ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Dharma Sastha, renowned for its spectacular annual Gajamela festival featuring around 15 elephants and traditional Aanayoottu ceremonies. The shrine draws devotees through the day for darshan and aarti, with the atmosphere reaching its peak during the evening rituals and on festival days when special pujas are performed.

Dharma SasthaGajamela festivalKottayam800-year-old deityelephant ceremonies
0
Devotee rating
4
Daily rituals
3
Major festivals

How to reach

By road
Well connected to city centre, ~20 min by taxi or auto.
On foot
Footwear stands and cloak rooms available near the main entrance.
Nearby stay
Dharamshalas and hotels within walking distance of the temple.
More temples

You may also visit