Kumarakottam Subramanya Temple Legends

As per the mythology, Lord Muruga imprisoned Lord Brahma for His ignorance towards Pranava Mantra Om and assumed the role of the Brahma (Creator). Lord Muruga manifested here as a Brahma Shasta (means creator), holding Rudraksha beads and Kamandalam.

Lord Muruga, later repented for rejecting his father Lord Siva’s command in releasing Brahma and did penance here by installing Siva Linga. This Siva Linga is called by Devasenapatisar, which means God worshipped by the Deva’s commander-in-chief.

This is the place, where the great scholar and poet, Kachiappa Shivacharya composed Kandapuranam in praising Lord Muruga.

Kumarakottam Subramanya Temple History

This temple was built by Pallava kings during 9th Century C.E. Other dynasties Cholas, Vijayanagara Kings contributed their part in rebuilding this temple. The temple in its present form was built in 1915.

Kandapurana Arangetra mandap which is there in the temple compound attracts peacocks.

Kumarakottam Subramanya Temple Poojas

Skanda Shasti festival which is next day to Diwali will be celebrated in a grand.

Another important Vaisaka festival which will be celebrated during the months of Apr/May (Depends on Hindu Calendar)

Tuesday’s and Krittika star day is auspicious for Lord Muruga.

Kumarakottam Subramanya Temple Timings

Morning Hours: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm

Evening Hours: 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Pooja and Abhishekam Timings

Morning Hours: 5:30 am, 8:30 am, 10:30 am

Evening Hours: 5:30 pm

How to reach Kumarakottam Subramanya Temple?

1. Temple is 108 km from Tirupati. Direct bus to Kanchi is available from Tirupati Central bus station.
2. Temple is 1 km from Kanchipuram bus station and 1 km from Railway station.

Other Temples nearby

1. Ekambareswarar Temple is at a walkable distance
2. Kailasanathar temple is 1.9 km away
3. Kanchi Kamakshi Amman Temple is 2.8 km away
4. Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple is 4.7 km away
5. Ulagalantha Temple is at a walkable distance.
6. Karchapeswarar temple is at a walkable distance.

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