History of the place

Anegadham - meaning 'elepant faced Vinayaka' installed this Lingam and worshipped to win against the demon Kesi who abducted Vallabai - daughter of Marichi Magarishi.

Saints who worshiped

Sundarar. This the 237th devara sthalam.

Temple History, Speciality, Miracle and Greatness

The Lord here is Swayambu murthi. Lord Vinayaka married Mother Vallabai in this place. Lord Kubera (Lord of wealth) worshipped here to protect him from the jealous of asura guru - Sukrachariyaar (Venus). The Lord swallowed Sukran to destroy his pride.

Pariharam

Devotees pray for removal of obstancles in marriage and job promotion.

Pariharam Procedure

Arugampul (grass) with nivedhanas are offered to Lord Vinayaka. Abhisekam and vastrams are offered to Lord

Pooja Types

Kameekam

Festival Period

Maha Shivaratri, Kaarthigai Deepam

Dharshan Timings

IST 06:00 AM to 08:00 AM

How to reach

This temple is at a distance of 2 kilometres from Kanchipuram bus stand.

Nearest Location

Railway Station: Kanchipuram Airport : Chennai