Heritage

The temple is believed by tradition to have been consecrated by Parasurama, the legendary sage-warrior who is also connected in Kerala lore with the creation of the land itself. This gives Achankovil the aura of an ancient sacred geography rather than merely a local shrine. Kerala Tourism describes it as a forest temple dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, surrounded by lush greenery and linked strongly with healing lore, especially the belief that the deity protects devotees from poison and snakebite.

The presiding deity is Sree Krishna in the Parthasarathi form. This is one of the most meaningful forms of Krishna because it recalls the Mahabharata, where Krishna becomes the charioteer and guide of Arjuna

The sreekovil is unique because it is the only Hindu shrine in India where the idols of Sree Krishna, Maha Vishnu, Bhoomi Devi, and Lakshmi Devi are consecrated under a single roof