Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Temple Tirukazhukundram

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Temple – Opening and Closing Hours,  Pooja Timings, Pooja Cost.

Vedagiriswarar Temple History

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Temple is one of the popular Hindu Temple situated on a hill of Tirukalukundram in Tamil Nadu. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. There are two temples one at the foothill and the other right on top of the hill. The temple of the foothill is dedicated to the goddess Parvathi, consort of Lord Shiva. The temple on the top of the hill is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This place is also known as the Pakshi Theerthan which means “Bird’s Holy Lake”. It is said that two eagles visit this temple to consume the offerings from the temple priest.

This culture is been still followed hoping the birds to visit the temple. It is a belief that if complete cleanliness is followed the birds will definitely be visiting the temple. This temple has a great attraction and serene atmosphere. Devotees have to climb a total of 565 steps to reach the temple of Lord Shiva. Even dholi (Porters carry people on Cart on their backs) are available for people who cannot walk. This temple looks spectacular during festivals with the great level of decoration, traditions and rituals.

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Temple Timings

Morning	6.00 am to 11.00 am
Evening	4.00 pm to 8.30 pm

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Entry Ticket:

Rs 5/- per head

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Pooja Timings

Pooja	Timings
Kaala Shanthi Pooja	8.00 am
Uchchi Kaala Pooja	11.30 am
Sayaraitchai Pooja	5.30 pm
Arthajama Pooja	8.00 pm
Note:  Pooja Timings Would be changed During Festivals also Special Abhishekam & Special Aaradhanas followed during festivals

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Pooja Cost

Pooja  Name	Cost
Pachi Darshan Ticket	Rs 2/-
Archana Ticket	Rs 2/-
Photography Permit Ticket	Rs 25/-
Video Permit Ticket	Rs 250/-
Note: Photography Allowed Outside The Temple, Not Inside The Temple
Pen Alaippu Ticket	Rs 150/-
Kannikkai	Rs 10/-
Abhishekam Ticket	Rs 150/-

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Annadanam:

1 Day Annadanam (50 Persons)	Rs 1250/-
Timings	12.15 pm (Noon)

Ticket Counter Opening Time:

9.20 am

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Festivals:

• 10 Days Chithirai Festival: April-May
• Aadi Pooram 10 Days Festival: July-August
• Full Moon Days
• New Moon Days
• Pradosha Days
• Girivalam – Popular Festival (After Thiruvannamalai on Full Moon Days)
• English & Tamil New Years
• Diwali
• Pongal

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Address:

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Temple,Adivaram Street, Tirukazhukundram, Tamil Nadu – 603109

Best Time To Visit Kanchi:

August To February

Visit Duration:

1 Hour

Parking at Vedagiriswarar Temple:

Available

Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Accommodation

Available

Nearby Attractions:

• Mahabalipuram
• Arulmigu Aatcheeswarar temple
• Arulmigu Kachi Anekadhangavadeswarar temple
• Arulmigu Deivanayaka Easwarar temple
• Arulmigu Satyanathaswami temple
• Arulmigu Kalva Perumal temple

Where To Eat:

• Valli Paradise
• Hotel Amma Appa Kadai
• Hotel Chettinadu Virundhu
• Burger Shack
• Adyar Ananda Bhavan
• Dhabba Express

How To Reach Kanchi Vedagiriswarar Temple?

By Air:

Chennai International Airport – 53.7 km (Nearest)

By Rail:

Chengalpattu Railway Station – 11 km (Nearest)

By Road:

Thirukazhukundram Is Well Connected With Other Major Cities

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