Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Kumbakonam

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Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Kumbakonam

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Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Kumbakonam, Hindu temple in Kumbakonam, India.

The temple complex spans two acres near the Mahamaham tank and features two gopurams, with the western tower reaching 72 feet high.

The current temple structure dates from the 16th century Nayak period and contains multiple shrines dedicated to Kasi Viswanathar, Visalakshi, and Navakanniyar.

The temple conducts six daily rituals from morning to evening and celebrates twelve annual festivals, with Masi Magam being the primary celebration.

Visitors can access the temple from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with the nearest railway station located 2 kilometers away.

Nine sacred river deities of India, represented as Nava Kanniyar, maintain permanent presence in the temple, worshipping the main Shiva deity.

Location: Kudanthaiyan

GPS coordinates: 10.98333,79.36667

Latest update: May 20, 2025 08:56

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