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ChandrashtamamRishabam · for 1 d 21 h 01 m
6:10:23 AMFriday, 13 November

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Kamakshi Amman Temple

Kamakshi Amman · Kanchipuram

Amman Temples

Kamakshi Amman Temple, Kanchipuram
Photo: Kamakshi Amman Temple complex and main building at Kanchipuram 13, Pinakpani, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Resized.

Significance

A temple honoured as one of the Shakti Peethams. The Goddess sits in padmasana (lotus pose), holding a sugarcane bow and flower arrows.

A temple linked to Adi Shankara.

Special features

  • Sri Chakram
  • The main Amman temple of Kanchi
  • Maasi chariot festival

Darshan times, fees and festival dates can change. Before you go, check with the temple office or the temple's official website. The temple stories are given as devotees believe them, and they can differ from one temple to another.