On 9th February 2026, my wife and I had the divine opportunity to visit
the world-renowned Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, after a
gap of 33 years. This visit was the fulfillment of a long-cherished wish, one
that had remained in my heart for decades.
We reached the temple in the evening, dressed in traditional attire from
our hotel to avoid the need for changing at the temple premises. We purchased
tickets for the Special Seva (Poothattu), which granted us a serene, closest
possible, and unhurried darshan of Lord Padmanabhaswamy. The experience was
deeply satisfying and spiritually uplifting.
Initially, I had thought that if the darshan on the 9th was not
fulfilling, we would return the next morning for an early darshan. But the
blessings we received that evening were complete, no immediate second visit was
needed.
The Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple is celebrated for its ancient origins,
architectural magnificence, and spiritual significance. While most devotees are
familiar with its greatness, I am sharing a link for those who wish to refresh
their memory or learn more about its rich history:
👉 Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple – Wikipedia
Here are some pictures and a video of us standing before the temple’s
iconic gopuram, a sight that never fails to inspire awe and devotion.
VIDEO:
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