Ekambareswarar Temple, Chennai, Hindu temple in George Town, Chennai, India
The temple features multiple gopurams with intricate stone carvings, including a central tower that reaches 57 meters in height at its entrance.
Constructed in the 1680s by Alanganatha Pillai, a merchant of the British East India Company, the temple appeared on maps as Allingall's Pagoda.
The temple maintains regular ceremonies and holds major celebrations during festivals such as Panguni Uthiram, gathering thousands of Hindu worshippers.
Located on Mint Street in Sowcarpet area, the temple opens from 6:00 AM to noon and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM with scheduled prayer times.
The temple houses a five-foot-tall sand Lingam representing Lord Shiva and contains four sacred trees symbolizing different elements of nature.
GPS coordinates: 13.08817,80.27840
Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:40
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