The dense forest, part of the Periyar Tiger Reserve, around the temple is known as Poongavanam. Temples exist in each of the hills surrounding Sabarimala.
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Sabarimala.
Sabarimala Temple
District Pathanamthitta
Deity Lord Ayyappa in a yogic meditation
Festivals Mandalam Makaravilakku, Makara Sankranti (14th January)