Is the vault B of Padmanabhaswamy Temple opened?

Vault B has not been opened since at least the 1880s. The Supreme-Court-appointed committee-members, based on the 2014 amicus curiae and audit reports, cited instances of irregularities and mismanagement in the affairs of the temple.

What is the real story of Padmanabhaswamy Temple?

The Temple has references in Epics and Puranas. Srimad Bhagavatha says that Balarama visited this Temple, bathed in Padmatheertham and made several offerings. Nammalwar, 9th century poet and one among the 12 Vaishnavite saints of the Alvar tradition, has composed ten hymns in praise of Lord Padmanabha.

Why Padmanabhaswamy Temple is richest?

An inquiry into the riches held by the temple was launched in connection with the dispute over the running of the temple, which in turn had arose after Uthradam Thirunal Marthanda Varma, the younger brother of the last ruler of Travancore, publicly announced that the royal family owned the temple along with all its …

Who is the owner of Padmanabhaswamy Temple?

The Supreme Court’s decision in the Travancore royal family’s favor has given them the custody of the temple, making them the rightful owner of the Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple. This massive treasure makes Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple the wealthiest temple on earth.

How old is Padmanabha Swamy Temple?

The Shree Padmanabhaswamy Temple dates back to 8th century CE, say historians. The temple, built in the Chera style of architecture, is unique to Kerala and the neighbouring states, as the construction was done keeping the local weather and wind direction in mind.

How old is Padmanabha temple?

Who made padmanabhaswamy Mandir?

Travancore Maharaja Marthanda Varma
According to Historians, the temple dates back to the 8th century but the present structure was built in the 18th century by the then Travancore Maharaja Marthanda Varma. The temple was initially made of wood but later it was constructed with granite.