Kamakshi Amman Temple is dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi, a
divine form of Parvati. It is located in the historic city Kanchipuram, near
Chennai. Madurai Meenakshi, Thiruvanaikaval Akilandeswari, Vishalakshi Varanasi
and Kamakshi Amman Temple are the important places of worship of Parvati. It is
also one of the 51 Shakti Peeth.
Location TamilNadu, Kancheepuram, Chennai
Legend
Legend has it that Kamakshi prayed to a Shivalingam made out
of mud, here under a mango tree and attained Shiva's hand in marriage. It also
believed that Mahalakshmi was cursed by Lord Vishnu to be born as Aarupam and
she came here to pray and was eventually liberated from the curse. Aarupa
Lakshmi has a shrine here. There are also, legends that tell of King Dashratha
to have offered prayers here for a daughter and his wish was fulfilled.
This temple is part of Saptapuri Yatra, Kanchipuram Divya
Desam Yatra.and Shaktipeethas.
Architecture
The outer prakaram houses the temple tank and several
mandapams, out of which, one 100 pillared hall is exquisite. Golden vimanam is
a visual splendour and can be cherished from the outer prakaram. Images to
Vishnu (Ninraan, Irundaan, Kidandaan) are seen near the temple tank. Golden
overlay Gopurams have stood the test of time and present one of the most
marvellous examples of the early Dravidian Architecture.
Culture
Being one of the "Shakti Peeth", the cosmic
feminine energy is held in high regards here. Also, the culture here follows
the principles and ideologies established by Adi Shankracharya. Like most
historical shrines in India, long held tradition like Rath Yatra and Annual
Fairs are celebrated with a lot of fanfare.
Darsan Info
Abhishekam: 5.30 AM, 10.30 AM, & 4.30 PM
Sandal Darshan: Wed/Sat evenings
Pournami Pooja: Full Moon days, 9.30 PM
Saharsranamam Archana: 9.00 AM & 7.00 PM
Astothram Archana: 7.00 AM to 12.00 PM & 6.00 PM to 8.00
PM
Thanga Ratham on Specific days
Fridays are crowded.
Darsan Dresscode
No specific dress-code
Pooja Samagri
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Temple Rituals
Abhishek & Archana, Kumkum Offering to Aarupa Lakshmi by
people who want to get married.
Special Rituals
Golden Chariot on Fridays, Tamil Month First Day,Full Moon
Day, New Moon Day, Pooram Star Day
Additional Info
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Chettinadu Restaurant
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