Dakshina Udupi Dhanwantari Mutt
The temple is located at Vishvesha Teertha Nagar, Tripunithura in Ernakulam district. A beautiful temple of deity Lord Dhanwantari Moorthy (Incarnation of Lord Vishnu as Ayurveda Moorthy). This is the only Lord Dhanwanthari idol in sitting posture. The temple was constructed recently, with modern architecture. On Saturday evenings there is Ratholsavam (Rath Yatra) around the temple and Annadhanam (food for the poor and needy) is served.
The Temple is run by the Poorna Prajna Vidhyaapeetam Trust and Udupi Madhwa Brahmin Sabha UMBS(K). The Head office of UMBS(K) is also situated here. There is a very spacious Kalyanamandapam with separate dining hall. The temple has a very large parking space.
Location
Thrippunithura
Main Deity
Lord Dhanwantari Moorthy
Other Deities
There are no Sub Deities.
Festivals
Prathista Dhinam (according to star): April - May. Dhanwantari Jayanti (April -May). Navaratri 10 days.
Main Offerings
Abhishekam, Archana, Homam, Kanika, Nivedhyam, Payasam, Pooja, Pushpanjali, Seva, Vilakku, No Vazhipad (Offerings) on Ekadashi days.
How To Reach
By Air: Cochin International Airport - Nedumbassery is situated at 34.1KM from the temple.
By Rail: Thripunnithura Railway Station is 1.6KM from the Temple.
By Road: Thripunnithura Private Bus Station is 2KM from the Temple.