Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Hindu temple in Mylapore, India
The Kapaleeshwarar Temple features a 37-meter-high eastern gopuram adorned with detailed sculptures of deities and mythological figures in Dravidian architectural style.
The temple complex, established around 650 CE, underwent significant expansions during the reigns of Pallava, Chola, and Nayak dynasties in South India.
The temple maintains daily rituals, including six pujas performed by hereditary priests, while hosting traditional music and dance performances in its mandapas.
Located near Chennai's central district, the temple opens from 5:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with increased visitors during festivals.
The temple grounds house a sacred pond where, according to tradition, goddess Parvati worshipped Shiva in the form of a peacock.
Location: Mylapore
Inception: 7 century
Architectural style: Dravidian architecture
Website: https://mylaikapaleeswarar.hrce.tn.gov.in
GPS coordinates: 13.03389,80.26972
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:11
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