Karumadikuttan
Currently Open- Address: Alleppey, Kerala, India Map
- Timings: 09:30 am - 04:30 pm Details
- Time Required: 01:00 Hrs
- Tags: Religious Site, Temple, Statue, Family And Kids
It is the only Buddhist temple in Kerala which proves the fact that Buddhism did exist in this part of India. It is a very important Buddhist pilgrim centre and was built around 11th century. The highlighted feature of this temple is the black granite statue of Buddha and it is popularly known as Karumadi Kuttan. Legend says that this statue belong around 9th and 10th century when Buddhism was at its peak. However, in later years the temple was attacked by an elephant. During this incident, the statue was broken into half.
Still people do come to visit this temple to admire the serene beauty of the temple.
Entrance Ticket Details For Karumadikuttan
- Entry is free.
Karumadikuttan Hours
- The temple is closed on National Holidays.
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- Karumadikuttan Address: Alleppey, Kerala, India
- Karumadikuttan Timing: 09:30 am - 04:30 pm
- Best time to visit Karumadikuttan(preferred time): 11:30 am - 03:30 pm
- Time required to visit Karumadikuttan: 01:00 Hrs
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3.8/10
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37.73% of people who visit Alleppey include Karumadikuttan in their plan
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2952 Times
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10 AM - 11 AM
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68.18% of people start their Karumadikuttan visit around 10 AM - 11 AM
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1 Hr
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People usually take around 1 Hr to see Karumadikuttan
95% of people prefer to travel by car while visiting Karumadikuttan
People normally club together Ambalapuzha Shree Krishna Temple and St. Marys Syro-Malabar Catholic Forane Church, Champakulam while planning their visit to Karumadikuttan.