Pathanathitta is home to some of the ancient palaces and temples which has become a attraction point for many travelers. One such amazing palace in Pathanamthitta which attract everyone is the famous Pandalam Palace, which is situated near Pandalam town. The Pandalam Palace is the home for the royal family of Pandalam and is situated on the banks of river Achankovil
The present Pandalam Palace has lost most of its ancient charm and beauty as some portions of the palace got destroyed due to flood and fire that occured in the course of time. The Pandalam Palace has been reconstructed since then, but you can see the ancient remains of the old palace among the new buildings. There are two main temples inside the Pandalam Palace known as Valiyakoikkal Temple and the Kaipuzha Temple.
The heritage Pandalam Kingdom is believed to be built around 903 AD and it was formed by the Pandalam Royal Family. The Pandalam Royal Family were the descendents of the Pandya kings of Madurai and belongs to the 'bhargava gothra'. Pandalam Palace has a legendary connection with Lord Ayyapoa and Sabarimala. As per the legends Lord Ayyappan of Sabarimala had his human sojourn at Pandalam as the son of the Pandalam King.
During the Sabarimala Pilgrimage season, a large number of devotee visits the Valiyakoikkal Temple and three days prior to Makaravilaku festival, the sacred ornaments of Lord Ayyappa are taken to Sabarimala as a procession. The procession follows a traditional path which covers other major areas before finally reaching Sabarimala.
The present Pandalam Palace has lost most of its ancient charm and beauty as some portions of the palace got destroyed due to flood and fire that occured in the course of time. The Pandalam Palace has been reconstructed since then, but you can see the ancient remains of the old palace among the new buildings. There are two main temples inside the Pandalam Palace known as Valiyakoikkal Temple and the Kaipuzha Temple.
The heritage Pandalam Kingdom is believed to be built around 903 AD and it was formed by the Pandalam Royal Family. The Pandalam Royal Family were the descendents of the Pandya kings of Madurai and belongs to the 'bhargava gothra'. Pandalam Palace has a legendary connection with Lord Ayyapoa and Sabarimala. As per the legends Lord Ayyappan of Sabarimala had his human sojourn at Pandalam as the son of the Pandalam King.
During the Sabarimala Pilgrimage season, a large number of devotee visits the Valiyakoikkal Temple and three days prior to Makaravilaku festival, the sacred ornaments of Lord Ayyappa are taken to Sabarimala as a procession. The procession follows a traditional path which covers other major areas before finally reaching Sabarimala.
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