Chitragupta Temple is a Hindu temple located on Nellukara Street in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the few temples dedicated to the Hindu goddess Chitragupta, who is believed to be the aide of Yama, the Hindu god of death. Brahma is said to have created Chitragupta out of a painting and appointed him as the accountant of human good and evil deeds. The temple features a three-tiered Raja gopuram (gateway tower) and a single precinct surrounding the shrine.
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- History/Legend of the Temple Chitrgaupta is responsible with assisting Lord Yama in keeping track of the deeds of all living beings on earth and assigning them to hell or heaven after death based on their actions. Lord Shiva was once accompanying Goddess Parvati when he realized that someone needed to keep track of people's actions on Earth. So Lord Shiva drew a beautiful picture of a rainbow on a golden plate, which was so beautiful that both Lord Shiva and Parvati decided to bring it to life, and thus the picture became Chitragupta, the one entrusted with the duty of keeping accounts of the sins and virtues of all living beings.
- Name of the Deities Chitragupta Swamy Shivan & Parvathy
- Nearby Cities and Distance Chennai (Tambaram) 49.9km. Vellore (63km). Vandavasi (40.9km).
- Mode of Transport(from the nearest city) Car. Bus. Train. Bike.
- Duration (from the nearest city) Chennai (Tambaram )1 hr 11 min
- Estimated cost of the travel (from the nearest city) car,auto,bus... Car Rs. 2500. Bus Rs. 150. Train Rs.50.
- Temple Instructions Dress code Clothing styles include both traditional and formal. Photography is not permitted.
- Special Days and Special Happenings Every new moon, there are particular worship rites at the temple.The primary celebration held in the temple of CHITRA POURNAMI in April.Puja is held four times per day at the Chitragupta temple: in the morning, evening, afternoon, and at night. Aside from this, the temple performs unique pujas upon request from individuals for a fee.
- Rituals Available Not Available
- Offerings Bring flowers and light a ghee diya in front of the deity. Pournami is the most auspicious day to honor him. You can light lamps in the temple as you wish because it is a peaceful location. You will acquire all pooja items outside of the temple.
- Prasadham Not Available
- Benefits of Visiting Shri Chitragupta Swamy is ruled by the planet Ketu. Ketu is well recognized for its detrimental tendencies, and persons with this planet in their horoscope come from all over the country to pray at the temple and seek the blessings of Shri Chitragupta Swamy.
- Is this temple a Paadal Petra Sthalam? No
- Who Sang | Song and its Meaning | Year No
- Other things to do / places of interest Shri Kanch Kamakoti Peedam (1km). Shakunthala Jagannathan Museum of Folk Art (1.5km). Kanchi Kudil (1km).
- Nearby Temples Sri Ulagalandha Perumal Temple. Sri Kanchi Kamakchi Amman Temple. Sri Tiruvelukkai Sri Azhagiya Singaperumal Temple. Ekambareswarar Temple. Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple.
- Nearby Eateries Saravana Bhavan. Adayar Ananda Bhavan. Upashana Hotel. Hotel Sakthi Ganapati.
- Hotels / Home stays: Hotel SSK Grand. Sree Sakthi Residency. MM Hotel. Regency Kanchipuram by Grt Hotel.
- Standard Weather Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India has a tropical wet and dry climate.
- For the best experience / Must know If people who are forbidden from marrying come here to worship, they marry and live happily in their homes. It is thought that worshiping the temple's deity, Chitragupta, can help you achieve wisdom and salvation after death.
- Not to miss Do not miss Kanchipuram Kovil. Idly will be available at all hotels. It is famous for Kanchi Pattu sarees.
- Note for Travelers This temple is located on the main road, 200 meters from the Kanchipuram bus stop. It is a walkable distance, however if you are elderly, you can travel by car. There are 24-hour auto facilities. There is a gas station 1.5 kilometers away for families, bikers, and groups.
Opening Hours
Monday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8.30 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8.30 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8.30 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8.30 PM
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Friday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8.30 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8.30 PM
Sunday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8.30 PM
FAQ's
Where is the Chitra Gupta Temple located?
The presiding deity is Lord Chitragupta Swamy. The temple is located on Nellukara Street in Big Kancheepuram. The Temple obtains attention because it is the sole temple dedicated to Lord Chitragupta Swamy.
Who are the other deities of the Chitra Gupta temple in Kanchipuram?
Aside from a Navagraha Sannidhi, there are shrines dedicated to Ayyappan, Vishnu Durgai, and Ramalingar. The Temple draws a large number of devotees on Chithra Pournami and other Full Moon days.
