Places of worship in Perumbavoor

Perumbavoor has many Hindu temples, Muslim mosques and Christian churches. As the area is dominated by expatriate north Indian workers, some places of worship cater to the taste of North Indian devotees.

Masjids

Perumbavoor-Kothamangalam-Muvattupuzha region is a main centre for Mappila Muslims. Unlike southern districts of Kerala, Mappila Muslims make up most of the Muslim population. Thulukkar, the Hanafi school of Islam followers are majority in southern parts of Kerala. There are some pockets of Hanafi Muslims around Perumbavur also. Muslims include Sunni and Ahmediyya factions. Towns of Perumbavoor, Kothamangalam and Muvattupuzha have a strong Mappila Muslim community which also spreads through the villages around these towns.

Temples

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Churches

References

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