How many steps are there in Sabarimala temple?

eighteen steps
Sabarimala temple is surrounded by eighteen hills and it has eighteen steps.

What is the meaning of Pathinettam padi?

Pathinettam Padi, which means the 18th step, has a religious significance in Hinduism. The uphill trek to Sabarimala temple in Kerala is only complete when a pilgrim climbs up the final 18 steps to reach the sanctum sanctorum.

How many hours does it take to climb Sabarimala?

2 to 3 hours.

What are the rules for Ayyappa Mala?

No shaving is allowed and the devotee prays to Dharma Shastha by chanting his name at least 108 times. He refrains from hurting anybody either physically or verbally and identifies other Ayyappa devotees with the Lord himself.

What is the reason behind 18 steps in Sabarimala?

The 18 steps have considerable religious significance. Devotees believe that ascending these steps helps detach them from worldly desires, mentally and physically. The first five steps are called panchedriyas: They symbolise the five human senses of sight, sound, smell, taste and touch.

How much does it cost to walk to Sabarimala?

Sabarimala Trek is an important trek route to Sannidhanam, the abode of Ayyappan. It covers a distance of about 46 kilometres (29 mi) through the mountainous terrains and thick forests which are inhabited by many wild animals. It is believed that Ayyappa used this path in his expedition to kill Mahishi, a demoness.

How long is Sabarimala Trek?

River Pamba flows here and hence, this place is called Pamba. The actual journey to Sabarimala starts from here. A yyappa devotees has to trek about 4.5 kms to reach the Sannidhanam, the temple of Lord Ayyappa. The trekking was once a challenging as one has to climb slopy, muddy mountains Neelimala and Appathimedu.

What is 41-day long Ayyappa Deeksha?

The 41 days fasting highlights the significance of abstinence and austerity. It is mandatory for every devotee to observe the fast of 41 days before visiting the Sabarimala temple, the hill abode of Lord Ayyappa, in Kerala.

Why are there 18 steps in Sabarimala?

Which demon did Ayyappa killed?

demon Mahishasura
The water buffalo demon Mahishasura was killed by goddess Durga, while the water demoness Mahishasuri was killed by Ayyapan, ending the terror of evil and liberating divine Lila who was previously cursed.