Anekadhangavadeswarar Temple (also called Anegathangavadham) is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva, located in the town of Kanchipuram, near Kailasanathar temple, Kanchipuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Anekadhangavadeswarar is revered in the 7th century Tamil Saiva canonical work, the Tevaram, written by Tamil saint poets known as the nayanars and classified as Paadal Petra Sthalam, the 275 temples revered in the canon.
The temple has two daily rituals at various times from 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and three yearly festivals on its calendar, of which the Thirukarthikai during (November – December) and Mahashivarathri during February – March being the most prominent. The temple is maintained and administered by the Hindu Religious and Endowment Board of the Government of Tamil Nadu.
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- History/Legend of the Temple According to legend, Vinayaka, Shiva's son, established Anegabeswarar in the shape of a Lingam (a Shiva emblem). Anegabeswarar is claimed to have destroyed the demon Iraniyapura ruler Kesi and set up his daughter Vallabai's marriage to Vinayaga. Kubera, the king of wealth, is supposed to have worshipped Angebeswarar. There are two Anegathangavadham temples: one in the north and one in the south. This temple is known as Kachi Angegathangavadham to differentiate it from the Northern shrine. Anekapa is supposed to have originated from elephants, which drink water with their trunks and lips. The elephant is believed to have revered the emperor.
- Name of the Deities Anekadhangavadeswarar (Shiva). Manonmani (Parvathi).
- Nearby Cities and Distance Chennai (Tambaram) - (51.2 km). Vandavasi - (43.5 km). Vellore - (68.6 km).
- Mode of Transport(from the nearest city) Car. Bus. Train.
- Duration (from the nearest city) Chennai (Tambaram) - 1 hr 29 min
- Estimated cost of the travel (from the nearest city) car,auto,bus... Car - Rs.2000-2500. Bus - Rs.100-150. Train - Rs. 50-100.
- Temple Instructions Men's clothing code is shir and trouser, dhoti, or pajamas with upper cloth. Women's preferred dress code is a saree or half-saree with blouse or chudidhar with pyjamas and top cloth. These rules apply to foreigners as well. Smoking is strictly prohibited within the temple grounds.
- Special Days and Special Happenings The annual celebrations are Thirukarthikai (November-December) and Mahashivarathri (February-March).
- Rituals Available Not available
- Offerings Devotees Perform abishek to lord and offer vastras.
- Prasadham The temple priests perform a naivethanam, or food offering, as part of their daily and festival rituals.
- Benefits of Visiting Devotees pray for removal of obstacles in marriage proposals and for promotion in jobs.
- Is this temple a Paadal Petra Sthalam? Yes
- Who Sang | Song and its Meaning | Year Nayanmars | Tevaram | 7th Century
- Other things to do / places of interest Kanchi Kudil (600 m). Ekambaranathar Temple (1.6 km). Pavalavannam Temple (2,5 km). Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peedam (1.6 km). Chitragupta Temple (1.6 km).
- Nearby Temples Kanchi Kamakshi Amman Temple, Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple, Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, Sri Pandurangaa Swamy Temple, Golden Lizard Temple.
- Nearby Eateries Hotel Saravana Bhavan. Haritam. Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant. Adayar Ananda Bhavan. Saravanaa Bhavan.
- Hotels / Home stays: Hotel SSK Grand. Regency Kanchipuram By Grt Hotels. Sakthi Residency. Sri Rams Residency. SBK Park Inn.
- Standard Weather Wet and dry climate. The weather in Kanchipuram is generally hot and humid.
- For the best experience / Must know The central shrine faces east and holds the image of Anekadhangavadeswarar (Shiva) in the form of lingam made of granite.
- Not to miss Lord Vinayaka graces in a big form from a separate shrine in the name of peria (big) Vinayaka.
- Note for Travelers Can be accessed via auto / share auto from Kanchipuram bus station. On the left side, there is a Sri Kailasanathar temple from before the Pallava period that is preserved by ASI.This temple is around 1.8 kilometers from the Bus Stand and 3.0 kilometers from Kanchipuram Railway Station. The next railway station and junction is Arakkonam.
Opening Hours
Monday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Thursday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Friday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Saturday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Sunday:
6:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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FAQ's
How can I contact Anekadhangavadeswarar Temple?
For more information, call 044-2722 2084 on landline.
What is the Anekadhangavadeswarar temple's operating hours?
The temple is open from 08:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., and pooja is performed once a day.
