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The Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is a historic, 8th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu and widely regarded as the world’s richest temple. Known for its immense, hidden treasures and Dravidian-style architecture, the temple features a 100-foot, 7-tier gopuram and houses a massive 18-foot reclining deity. Kerala Tourism Kerala Tourism +3 Key Aspects of the Temple: Deity & Worship: The main idol of Lord Padmanabha is in the Anantha Shayana (eternal sleep) posture, reclining on the serpent Anantha, and is made from 12,000 Shaligram stones. The deity is visible through three doors. Architectural Marvel: The temple is a blend of Kerala and Dravidian styles, featuring the Ottakkal Mandapam (a platform carved from a single stone slab) and intricate stone/bronze work. Wealth & Vaults: In 2011, five of its six underground vaults (A-F) were opened, revealing, gold, jewels, and artifacts worth billions of dollars. The unopened Vault B is believed to be protected by divine curses and is strongly linked to local legends. History & Significance: It is one of the 108 Divya Desams (sacred Vishnu abodes) in the Sri Vaishnava tradition. It is managed by the Travancore Royal Family. Visitor Information: Dress Code: Mandatory traditional attire (Dhoti for men, Sarees/Skirts for women) is required for entry. Best Time to Visit: The temple hosts major festivals in March-April (Painkuni Utsavam) and October-November (Alpashi Utsavam). Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. #kerala #likesforlike #padmanabhaswamytemple #dhoti #culture

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