Shiva
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu · Kapaleeshwarar (Shiva), Karpagambal (Parvati)
About Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Kapaleeshwarar Temple is the iconic temple of Mylapore, Chennai — one of the oldest neighbourhoods in India. The Arubathumoovar festival (procession of 63 Nayanmars) is unique to this temple. The multi-coloured gopuram is a striking landmark.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Kapaleeshwarar (Shiva), Karpagambal (Parvati)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Karpagambal (Parvati)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
5:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
45 min – 1 hour
🪔 Special Puja
Panguni Uthiram; Arubathumoovar festival
🔔 Important Rituals
Arubathimoovar festival, Panguni Uthiram
👔 Dress Code
Traditional Indian attire; dhoti for inner sanctum
📅 Best Visit Time
October – March; Panguni Uthiram
🎫 Entry Fee
Free
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Chennai Central (6 km)
Nearest Airport
Chennai Airport (18 km)
Distance from City
In Mylapore, Chennai
Parking
Yes, limited urban area
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Chennai
Food Options
Excellent; Mylapore known for vegetarian food
Visitor Tips
Morning darshan in the peacock garden is beautiful. Mylapore has excellent traditional restaurants for post-darshan breakfast.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Panguni Uthiram brahmotsavam is a 10-day spectacular celebration.
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Urban temple with flat premises.
⚠️ Important Notes
Located in the heart of Mylapore — parking limited.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
5:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Typical Duration
45 min – 1 hour
Entry Fee
Free
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Mylapore, Chennai
Ideal Base City
Chennai
Senior Friendly
Yes
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