The Kumara Kottam Temple is a Hindu temple in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to Lord Murugan, the Hindu war god and son of Shiva and Parvathi. The temple is also called the Subramaniya Swami Temple. The old temple was reconstructed in its current shape in 1915 CE. The temple is one of 21 major temples in Kanchipuram and a significant pilgrimage center. Saint Aruna Giri Nadhar has performed songs in appreciation of the Murugan image at this shrine.
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- History/Legend of the Temple The Kumara Kottam Temple is a Hindu temple in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India. It is dedicated to Lord Murugan, the Hindu war god who is the son of Shiva and Parvathi. The temple is also called the Subramaniya Swami Temple.According to legend, Lord Muruga punished Lord Brahma for his ignorance of the meaning of the Pranava Mantra with a severe blow on his vortex with his fist before imprisoning him. The Temple was eventually refurbished in 1915.
- Name of the Deities Lord Muruga. Lord Valli & Deivayanai. Lord Shiva. Lord Vishnu.
- Nearby Cities and Distance Chennai (Tambaram) 50 km Vellore 68 km Vandavasi 44 km
- Mode of Transport(from the nearest city) Car. Bus. Train. Bike.
- Duration (from the nearest city) Chennai (Tambaram) 1hr 15 min
- Estimated cost of the travel (from the nearest city) car,auto,bus... Car Rs.2500. Bus Rs.150. Train Rs.100.
- Temple Instructions Dress codes Clothing can be either traditional or formal. Photographing is not permitted. Prasad is still available. There is no admission fee or cost to enter the temple.
- Special Days and Special Happenings Every Tuesday and Krittikai is an auspicious day to pray at this temple. Every year, the temple celebrates Skanda Shashti soon after Deepavali in October/November and the Vaisaka Festival in April/May. The best time to visit is in November for the Kanda Shashti festival.
- Rituals Available Not Available.
- Offerings Many devotees bring flowers, fruits, or coconuts to gift to the deity. These offerings are a method to express respect and devotion.
- Prasadham Prasada is food and water offered to a deity during a puja. It is thought that the deity consumes and then returns the offering, thereby consecrated it. The offering is subsequently distributed and consumed by the worshipers.
- Benefits of Visiting The temple provides a pure spiritual experience infused with happiness and calm. Learn more about the Hindu god of war.
- Is this temple a Paadal Petra Sthalam? yes
- Who Sang | Song and its Meaning | Year Arunagirinathar and Pamban Swamigal | Kanda Puranam & Thirupugal | 20th century
- Other things to do / places of interest Kanchi Kudil (950m). Shakunthala Memorial Museum folk of art (750m). Pachaiyaapa Silks (2.7km).
- Nearby Temples Ulagalandha Perumal Temple. Kanchi kamakshi Amman Temple. Chitragupta Temple. Ekambareswarar Temple. Kamakshi Amman Temple.
- Nearby Eateries Nithya Amirtham - Kanchipuram Hotel GKM Subamangalam Multicuisine Restaurant Hotel Shanmugapriya Hotel Sakthi Ganapathi. Upashana Hotel.
- Hotels / Home stays: Hotel Comfort Kanchipuram. Hotel Aalayam - Kanchipuram. Selva Homestay. MM Hotels. Sree Sakthi Residency.
- Standard Weather Kanchipuram experiences a tropical wet and dry climate.
- For the best experience / Must know Lord Muruga Himself, in the shape of a tiny boy, directed the early twentieth-century saint Pamban Swamigal to the Kumarakottam Temple when he did not know its exact location.
- Not to miss The temple is notable for its architecture and pleasant atmosphere. It houses idols of Lord Murugan, Shiva, and Vishnu.
- Note for Travelers This temple is 1.5 kilometres from the Kanchipuram bus station. If there are any elders, they can travel by car. There are 24-hour auto facilities. For families, cyclists, and groups, there is a petrol bunk close at 750 metres.
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Why is Tuesday special to Murugan?
Murugan is revered as a god of fighting and triumph. On Tuesdays, devotees pray to him for strength, courage, and success in their pursuits. The day is seen as auspicious for conquering hurdles, facing challenges, and emerging victorious in both spiritual and genteel relaxation.
What flower does Murugan prefer?
Lord Muruga, also known as Skanda or Subrahmanya, is frequently offered white or red Arali. Roses and Champa flowers (Shenbegam) are other popular offerings.
What is the history of Kumara Kovil?
The Kumaraswami Temple (8th-10th century) is more well-known in religious terms, as it is thought to be the initial residence in south India of Murugan or Karthikeya, the Hindu god of war, son of Parvati and Shiva and brother of Ganesha.
