Sabarimala Sree Dharmasastha Temple
Lord Ayyappa (Dharmasastha)
Sabarimala, Pathanamthitta, Kerala
About
Sabarimala Sree Dharmasastha Temple sits atop the Western Ghats and draws millions of Ayyappa devotees who complete a 41-day vratham before the climb. Access is seasonal (Mandalam–Makaravilakku and monthly poojas); offerings are arranged through the Devaswom.
Poojas & offerings
Book an offering to be performed and receive prasadam.
Listing only
Offerings here are arranged directly through Travancore Devaswom Board. Sannidhi lists this temple for reference.
Seva
Neyyabhishekam
Abhishekam of the deity with ghee carried in the devotee's irumudi.
Seva
Pushpabhishekam
Covering the deity in flowers — among the most cherished offerings.
Archana
Ashtothara Archana
Archana with the 108 names of Ayyappa in the devotee's name.
Seva
Bhasmabhishekam
Sacred-ash abhishekam of the deity.
Vazhipadu
Aravana Nivedyam
Offering of the famed Aravana payasam, received back 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
Open during designated pilgrimage seasons. Devotees observe the 41-day vratham. Follow Devaswom darshan protocols.