How to Reach

Delhi to Kanchi Kamakshi Temple

• By Air:Fly from Delhi to Chennai International Airport; take a taxi or bus to Kanchipuram (approx. 70 km).
• By Train:Trains from Delhi to Chennai or directly to Kanchipuram (availability varies).
• By Road:Not recommended due to long distance; better to fly or take a train.

Ahmedabad to Kanchi Kamakshi Temple

• By Air:Fly from Ahmedabad to Chennai; then taxi or bus to Kanchipuram.
• By Train:Trains available from Ahmedabad to Chennai; onward travel to Kanchipuram by local train or road.
• By Road:Long route; preferred options are flight or rail.

History of the Temple

The Kanchi Kamakshi Temple, located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, is one of the most revered temples dedicated to Goddess Parvati in the form of Kamakshi Amman. It is considered one of the three holy Shakti Peethas, the other two being in Madurai and Varanasi.

The temple was originally built by the Pallava rulers around the 6th century CE and later renovated by the Chola and Vijayanagara dynasties. Goddess Kamakshi is depicted in a seated posture, signifying peace and prosperity. The temple’s golden vimana and the sanctum’s powerful spiritual aura attract millions of devotees each year.

The temple is also historically associated with Adi Shankaracharya, who is believed to have established the Sri Chakra here to calm the fierce form of the Goddess.

Main Poojas Performed
Primary Pooja:

Goh Pooja & Viswarupa Darshanam: Early morning ritual marking the start of daily worship.

• Daily Poojas (in priority order):
• • Kala Sandhi Abhishekam – Early morning sacred bath.
  • Utchikalam Abhishekam – Mid-morning ritual.
  • Sayarksha Abhishekam – Afternoon ritual.
  • Arthajama Pooja – Evening worship.
  • Palliarai Pooja – Final night ritual.

Important Days and Times for Pooja

• Major Festival:
  • Maasi Mahotsavam (Maasi Pooram)
  • Navaratri Festival
  • Adi Pooram
  • Aippasi Pooram
• Auspicious Days:
  • All Fridays
  • Full Moon (Pournami)v
  • New Moon (Amavasya)
  • Tamil months Adi and Thai
• Daily Darshan:
  • Morning to Evening.

Attire (Dressing Guidelines) for Pooja

Men:

• • • Dhoti, pancha, kurta, or modest formal clothing.

Women:

• • • Saree or salwar kameez with dupatta.

Restrictions:

• • No shorts, sleeveless tops, or casual wear. Footwear must be removed before entry.

Official Websites

Temple Trust Official Website:
https://kanchikamakshi.org/

Tamil Nadu HR&CE Department:
https://hrce.tn.gov.in/