Ananthapura Lake Temple is a unique and ancient temple located in the middle of a serene lake at Ananthapura village, Kasaragod district, Kerala. Dedicated to Lord Ananthapadmanabha, it is believed to be the original seat of the deity of the famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. The temple is known for its calm surroundings, traditional Kerala architecture, and the presence of a sacred crocodile believed to be the temple guardian.