About Thirunelly Temple
Kalpetta is a small town in the Wayanad district of Kerala, South India. It is the headquarters of the Wayanad district. Kalpetta is located on the banks of the Kalpetta River. The Thirunelly Temple is a Hindu temple located in the Thirunelly village of the Wayanad district in Kerala, India. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. The temple is located in a valley surrounded by the mountains of the Western Ghats. The temple is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Wayanad district.FAQ's on Thirunelly Temple
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Thirunelly Temple - Entry Fee and Timings
There is no entry fee to the temple, and it is open from 6am to 8pm.
Best Time to Visit Thirunelly Temple
The best time to visit the Thirunelly Temple is during the months of January to March.
Legend of the Thirunelly Temple
The legend of the Thirunelly Temple is that the temple was built by the Pandalam king, who was childless. One day, a sage told the king to find a holy man who can show him a place where he can find the idol of Lord Vishnu. The king met a sage who took him to the Thirunelly temple. The king found the idol of Lord Vishnu and installed it in the temple.
Major Attractions at Thirunelly Temple
The major attractions at the Thirunelly Temple are the 30-foot-tall and 8-foot-wide idol of Lord Vishnu, the Papanasini River, and the natural beauty of the area.
How to Reach Thirunelly Temple
The nearest railway station is Kalpetta railway station which is about 15 km away from the temple. Nearest airport is Calicut International Airport which is about 60 km away from the temple.
