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Introduction:
A small town in the district of Kerala, Ochira is an important center of pilgrimage. Pilgrims and tourists take a tour to Ochira which has given it the name of Dakshina Kashi of the south. The tourists generally come here between March to October and this is the time when the festivals even take place.
This place is famous for the beautiful Ochira Temple. The Ochira Temple has a unique way of worship where there are no idols or deities. The Temple worships Lord Brahma. The concept revolves around Parabrahmam.
Pilgrims and devotees belonging to different castes and creeds visit this temple to worship the universal power. The Temple also gets the name Dakshina Kashi for the image of bulls in the temple. The Ochira Temple again
How to Reach:
Ochira is located 34km away from Kollam.
Nearest Airport to Ochira: Trivandrum Airport, 105kms.
Nearest Railway Station: Ochira has its own railway station linked to various parts of the country. The Kollam Railhead is 34km away.
There are different roadways connecting Ochira to the rest of Kerala.
Tourist Attractions:
The major tourist attraction of Ochira is the Ochira Kali Festival. Plan a tour to Ochira during the month of June so that you don't miss the, Ochira Kali Festival which is held every year.
During this festival men arrange for mock battles in the muddy fields and it is a choreographed action which is appreciated by visitors. It is an ancient choreographed battle held during the Ochira Kali Festival.
So be a part of the festivals and taste the true flavors of rural Kerala life by staying in Ochira.
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