It is the only temple in Kerala dedicated to Shathrughna.
The deity is believed to represent the essence of Shathrughna's loyalty and devotion.
The idol was reportedly discovered in the nearby river bed by a local priest.
The temple is one of the four Nalambalam shrines that devotees visit during Karkidaka Masam.
The sanctum sanctorum faces the east, a common orientation for significant Kerala temples.
The Payammal Sree Shathrugna Swamy Temple is one of the rare temples in India exclusively dedicated to Lord Shathrughna, the youngest brother of Lord Rama. It is located in the Thrissur district of Kerala near the village of Aripalam. The temple architecture follows the traditional Kerala style, featuring a rectangular sanctum and a copper-tiled roof. It is part of a cluster of four temples in the region, known as the 'Nalambalam' circuit, which are dedicated to the four brothers of the Ramayana. The presiding deity is worshipped in the form of a four-armed Vishnu holding a conch, discus, mace, and lotus. The temple grounds are maintained by the Cochin Devaswom Board. It serves as a significant pilgrimage site, particularly during the Malayalam month of Karkidakam when devotees visit all four brother-temples in a single day.
The outer courtyard showcasing the traditional Kerala-style gopuram and copper-tiled roof.
Visit during the month of Karkidakam (July-August) to witness the Nalambalam pilgrimage tradition.
Remove footwear outside the temple complex before entering the main premises.
Dress modestly according to temple customs.
Do not attempt to photograph the main deity inside the sanctum sanctorum as it is strictly prohibited.
Main rituals follow the lunar calendar; the temple remains open daily but schedules shift slightly according to specific pooja timings.
Strict dress code applies: men must wear a dhoti (mundu) and remain bare-chested; women should wear a saree or long skirt/blouse. No footwear allowed inside the temple walls.
