Wednesday Oct 09, 2024

Sri kananthur Shiva Temple, Kanchipuram

Address

Sri kananthur Shiva Temple, Kanathur village, Kanchipuram district

Diety

Kanathur Shiva

Introduction

Kanathur Shiva Temples is located at about 10 Kms from Kalpakkam and 2 Kms from Koovathur. This Village is blessed with two Siva temples. The Siva lingams are in the open. Sri Vinayagar idol is in a damaged position. Jeshta Devi, the Godess of sleep and wealth is also seen. The sacred name of the Lord is not available. There is no trace of Ambal. Only in two days in the month that is on the Pradosham days the temple is worshipped. Another Siva lingam is found under a tree. Devotees who want to visit this place have to get down at Koovathur in ECR road.

Beliefs

There is a sacred tank nearby in front of the temple. If one performs abhishegam to the Lord here with plain water, fear from enemies and evil forces will be removed by his grace.

Festivals

Pradosham

Century/Period/Age

1000 years old

Nearest Bus Station

Koovathur

Nearest Railway Station

Kanchipuram

Nearest Airport

Chennai

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