Kanthaswamy Temple, Cheyyur, Hindu temple in Cheyyur, India
The Kanthaswamy Temple features flat rajagopuram architecture with an east-facing sanctum containing statues of Murugan with Valli and Deivasena consorts.
The temple construction dates to the 10th century during the Chola dynasty, with inscriptions from the 15th-century Vijayanagar Empire documenting land contributions.
Four daily rituals take place at the temple, alongside annual celebrations of Vaikasi Visagam, Kanthasasti, Soorasamharam, Thaipoosam, and Panguni Uthiram festivals.
The temple opens twice daily, from 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM, located 103 kilometers from Chennai.
The temple contains 27 Boodha Ganangal idols representing Hindu astronomical stars, with Brahma and Vishnu guarding the central shrine.
Location: Kanchipuram district
Architectural style: Dravidian architecture
GPS coordinates: 12.35250,80.03944
Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:23
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