This is the only temple where Lord Vishnu is worshipped in the form of Janardana. The more than 2000-year old temple features typical Kerala architecture, with a circular sanctum-sanctorum surmounted by a conical dome, layered in copper sheets and square mandapam with navagrahas (the nine astrological planets) carved on the wooden ceiling. Look out for an ancient bell presented by a Dutch captain of a ship.

Sivagiri Mutt:

Pay respect to the saint, social reformer, eminent leader and messiah of the backward classes at the sacred Samadhi or burial place of Sree Narayana Guru in the sacred grounds of the Sivagiri Mutt atop a hillock. Then take a stroll in the sprawling expanse of greenery, savour the silence and meditative calm of the place.