Chavara Bhavan Alleppey, Kerala
Alappuzha is considered Kerala's granary as it is surrounded by serene paddy fields, backwaters, and lush green spaces, with nature in its best form. ChavaraBhavan is a must to visit pilgrimage site located in Alappuzha.
It is the Kuriokose Elias Chavara, the pioneer general of all monasteries of the congregation. It is now a famous spiritual resort and a holy shrine, where thousands of devotees gather each year to offer prayers and receive blessings.
The most interesting focal point of ChavaraBhavan is its historical beacon of light, which is preserved intact in its original primitive form for more than 250 years.
Things to do at Chavara Bhavan:
Some of the best things you can do are;
- Offering prayers and seeking blessings of the saint
- There is a prayer hall with well-maintained restrooms
- Enjoying the houseboats of Alappuzha
How to reach Chavara Bhavan
ChavaraBhavanis located in the Kainakary Village in Alappuzha that is surrounded by water on all sides. Thus, this Shrine is accessible only by boat and demands a picturesque boat ride through the backwaters to reach the Shrine. The Kerala State Water Transport Department operates regular Ferry services
Nearest railway station: Alappuzha railway station, 7.6 km
Nearest airport: Cochin International airport, 73.4 km
Best time to visit Chavara Bhavan
The best time to visit ChavaraBhaban is from March to September. The saint's birth anniversary is celebrated with great enthusiasm every year on the second Saturday and Sunday of February month. It could be the best time to visit the ChavaraBhavan.
Entry fee for Chavara Bhavan
There is no entry fee to visit and offer prayers at the ChavaraBhavan
Visiting timings Chavara Bhavan
The mass timings of the ChavaraBhavanare between 7.00 am and 4.30 pm every day. The holy mass and Novena happen at 4.30 pm only on Saturdays. It takes at least two hours to visit the Shrine completely.
List of attractions near Chavara Bhavan
- Alappuzha beach 8 km
- Marari beach 15.8 km
- Kumarakom bird sanctuary observatory 15.6 km
- Pathiramanal island 14.1 km
