Must Visit Temples in Kerala to Celebrate Onam
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Must Visit Temples in Kerala to Celebrate Onam

Guruvyur Sri Krishna Temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, worshipped as Guruvayappan, is a must-visit temple in Kerala during the grand festival of Onam. The temple attracts tourists from all over the world due to its architectural beauty and rich history. Guruvayur is best known for its Elephant Festival, where elephants are beautifully dressed and paraded for various performances. According to legends, Lord Krishna sent his charioteer, Udhava, to stop him from worshipping the idols of Vishnu at Dwarka. Udhava sought the help of Lord Vayu (Lord of Winds) who removed the statue from Kerala and placed it at Guruvayur. Since then, the place has come to be known as ‘Guru-Vayu-urIt is believed that visiting this temple can bring spiritual enlightenment to human life.