Anandavalleeshwaram Sri Mahadevar Temple
Anandavalleeswaram Sri Mahadevar Temple (Malayalam: ആനന്ദവല്ലീശ്വരം ശ്രീ മഹാദേവർ ക്ഷേത്രം) in Kollam city is one of the ancient Hindu temples in Kerala, India. Lord Siva and Goddess Anandavally are the main deities of the temple. According to folklore, sage Parashurama has installed the idol of Lord Shiva. The temple is a part of the 108 famous Shiva temples in Kerala. It is located at Anandavalleeswaram, a major neighborhood of Kollam city, that comes to the west side of Kollam Collectorate.
| Anandavalleeswaram Sri Mahadevar Temple | |
|---|---|
West Temple Tower | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Kollam |
| Deity | Shiva |
| Festivals | Maha Shivaratri |
| Location | |
| Location | Anandavalleeshwaram, Kollam city |
| State | Kerala |
| Country | India |
| Geographic coordinates | 8°53′36.2″N 76°34′22.1″E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Kerala Dravidian Style |
| Completed | 11th century |
| Specifications | |
| Temple(s) | 1 |
| Elevation | 32.8 m (108 ft) |
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