The temples of India are not only a symbol of reverence and devotion, but are also in the discussion due to mystery and immense wealth. One such temple is Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, which is considered the richest temple in the country. Its fame is not only for the form of the ‘Anant Shayan’ of Lord Vishnu, but the immense treasure hidden in its base has made it mysterious globally.
History of Padmanabhaswamy Temple
The establishment of Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple is considered about 5000 years old. This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and here he is shown to be vastly lying on ‘Anant Sesha’. The Travancore royal family protected this temple for centuries and it was dedicated to God. The king considered himself the servant of ‘Padmanabhadas’, that is, the servant of Lord Padmanabha.
Treasure’s secret
In 2011, on the order of the Supreme Court, the process of opening six cellars of the temple started. Five of these Vaults were opened, including gold, diamonds, gems, ancient jewelery, gold sculptures, thousands of precious artifacts and a treasure of precious coins. Its estimated price was more than Rs 1.5 lakh crore, causing the Padmanabhaswamy temple to top the list of richest temples in the world.
Vault B: Mysterious Door has not opened yet
The most mysterious part of this temple is ‘Vault B’, which has not been opened till date. It is believed that the ancient tantric lock of Nagabandham Yantra is locked at this gate, which can only be opened with special mantras and methods. According to religious beliefs, opening it may bring a bad omen and it can also lead to a holocaust. So it has not been opened till date and this cellar remains a mystery.
Security and Supreme Court verdict
Regarding the treasury of the temple and its safety, the Supreme Court ruled in 2020 that the right to maintain and operate the temple will be given to the Travancore royal family. The security of this treasure is now in the hands of the Archaeological Survey of India and special security forces.
Religious faith and center of attraction
The Padmanabhaswamy temple is not only famous for mysteries and treasures, but it is also very important in religious and cultural terms. Every year lakhs of devotees come here to visit and express their faith in Lord Vishnu.
conclusion:
Shri Padmanabhaswamy Temple is not just a religious place, but a vibrant confluence of faith, history, and mystery. While on the one hand it is covered with devotion to Lord Vishnu, on the other hand, the secret of the treasure hidden in its basement and the secret of ‘Vault B’ remains the cause of people’s curiosity even today. This temple is a precious gem of India’s cultural and spiritual heritage.
