Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple
Nagaraja (Serpent King)
Haripad, Alappuzha, Kerala
About
Mannarasala Sree Nagaraja Temple at Haripad is the most famous serpent temple in Kerala, set in a forest grove with thousands of snake images. Uniquely, it is led by a priestess (Amma). It is sought especially by couples praying for children.
Poojas & offerings
Book an offering to be performed and receive prasadam.
Vazhipadu
Noorum Palum
Traditional offering of rice flour and milk to the serpent deities.
Vazhipadu
Uruli Kamazhthal
The renowned vow offering of an inverted urn, sought for progeny.
Vazhipadu
Pal Payasam
Sweet milk payasam offered and received as prasadam.
Opening hours
- Morning darshan04:00 – 12:00
- Evening darshan17:00 – 20:00
Dress code
Traditional attire. Men: mundu (bare-chested in the sanctum where required). Women: saree, set-mundu or salwar.
Temple guidelines
Only Hindus are permitted inside the sanctum. Photography is prohibited inside the temple.