Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathyswamy Temple

Om Namo Narayanaye..!! Meaning - I bow before the Almighty God. It is one of the very few shrines in the country dedicated to Krishna as Parthasarathy, charioteer of Arjuna and to contains idols of three avatars of Vishnu: Narasimha, Rama, and Krishna. Unusually, he is depicted with a prominent moustache and carries a conch in his hand. When I visited the temple, I noticed there were separate entry queues for 100, ₹50 and ₹20 tickets. But during my visit, there was no crowd or rush. So we simply entered through the normal queue without any ticket, and it took only about 10–15 minutes. However, I also observed that several people were being allowed into the special queue without purchasing tickets, assisted by some of the security staff. This is an unfair practice. All visitors should either buy the required ticket or use the regular queue. Such irregularities create inconvenience and disturbance for those who follow the rules. I sincerely request the management to ensure a fair and transparent process for everyone. I visited this temple after 15 years, and honestly, it still looks the same. There hasn’t been much improvement. A lot of people visit and definitely a lot of donations must be coming in from the public, yet the temple remains as old and unchanged as before. It feels like the place has not been maintained or upgraded over the years, which is quite disappointing for such an important and historic temple.

🙏🏻OM Namo Narayanah🙏🏻 Hey hi buddies, This is Prasanth Gupta(Instagram I'd:- @Solo_travelleer ). Idols:- --> It is one of the 108 Divya Desam of famous Vaishnav kshetras. --> In this temple the main god in three levels three types will give darshan. --> On the ground floor the god Parthasarathy Swamy will give darshan by seating position. --> On the first floor god ranganatha swami darshan will be in sleeping position. --> On the second floor the god will be in standing position. Timings :- --> the temple will open from morning 06:00 AM to afternoon 01:00 PM & evening 05:00 PM to 09:00 PM. History :- --> In the 6th century AD by the pallava dynasty Narashimavaraman 1 king this temple was constructed. --> In the 8th century AD this temple was extended by the chola dynasty kings. Deities:- --> There are shrines for Vedavalli Thayar, Ranganatha, Rama, Gajendra Varadar, Narasimha, Andal, Hanuman, Alvars, Ramanuja, Swami Manavala Mamunigal and Vedanthachariar.

The Parthasarathy Swamy Temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams, is said to have been renovated by a King of Pallava dynasty. "Brindaranya" is the traditional Puranic name of Thiru-Alli-Keni now known as Thiruvallikeni or modern Triplicane. It is said that for at least five thousand years, it has been a resting place for pilgrims who had come down from Thirupathy to have a bath in the sea on the days of Solar and Lunar Eclipses and on other auspicious days it being in a direct line to Thirupathy, Thiruthani and Trivellore and the route being free from swamps. According to Brahmanda Puranam, the five Deities in the temple are said to have been worshipped by the Saptah Rishis viz. Bhrigu, Manchi, Atri, Markandeya, Sumathi, Saptharoma and Jabali and also have been praised by two of the earliest Alwars viz. Thirumazhisai Alwar, Peyalwar and later on by Thirumangai mannan or Kaliyan, who is considered to be the last of the Alwars chronologically and his year of birth would appear to be 476 A.D. according to the era of Salivahana Saka. The presiding Deity of this temple Sri Venkatakrishna Swami also known as "GEETHACHARYA". According to Brahmanda purana, King Sumathy prayed Lord Thiruvengada of the Seven Hills to give him darshan in the form of the Charioteer (SARATHY) to PARTHA during the MAHABHARATHA WAR and rendering GEETHA. Lord Thiruvengada appeared in his dream and bade him to go to "BRINDARANYA" where he would give him Darshan in the form he wished. Meanwhile, Athreya Maharishi requested his Acharya Vedavyasa to mention to him the place fit for doing Thapas and he was directed by his Acharya to go to Brindaranya on the banks of the Kairavani Theertham overgrown with Thulasi plants and where king Sumathy was doing Thapas. Saying so, Vedavyasa gave Athreya a Divya-Mangala Vigraha with a conch in his right hand and Gnana Mudra in the left hand pointing to HIS HOLY FEET signifying the famous Charama Sloka of the Bhagavat Geetha:-Accordingly, Athreya Maharishi reached the Ashramam of Sumathy and narrated to him in detail, the circumstances that led him to go there. Sumathy was pleased with the Divya Mangala image of Sri Parthasarathy Swamy in accordance with the desire and welcomed Athreya. He celebrated the Chaitrotsavam according to Vaikanasa Agama and worshipped him. The central figure enshrined in the sanctum sanctorum is being worsipped as "SRI VENKATAKRISHNA SWAMY". Sri Rukmani Thayar and Satyaki, his younger brother, are installed on his right and left side respectively. His elder brother Balarama is seen on the right side of Rukmani Thayar facing north and his son Prathyumnan and his grandson Anirudhan are seen on the northern side of the Garbagraha facing south. These five warriors (Pancha Veeral) are so placed in these positions as we now worship them to keep in conformity with some incidents that took place in their life-time. Still more grandeur and inspiring is the bewitching and ever smiling UTHSAVAR Deity – Sri Parthasarathy Swami, with marks in the face caused by Bheeshma's arrows during the Maha Bharatha War. The Thilagam set with diamonds with a Safire in the centre resembles the full moon in the crystal clear blue sky.

The Parthasarathy Temple in Triplicane is one of Chennai’s most treasured spiritual landmarks. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams. Built in the 8th century by the Pallavas, this temple radiates divinity and preserves the city’s deep cultural and devotional heritage. The presiding deity here is Lord Parthasarathy (Krishna as the charioteer of Arjuna). Within the complex you’ll also find shrines of Yoga Narasimha, Lord Rama with Sita and Lakshmana, Lord Lakshmi Ranganatha, Lakshmi Varadaraja, Vedavalli Thayar, and the revered Alwars. The experience is like visiting multiple temples at once, each radiating its own unique energy. What to Expect: Atmosphere: Serene yet lively, with devotional chants and the fragrance of incense filling the air. Parking:Ample space is available for both 2-wheelers and 4-wheelers, which makes visiting convenient even during busy hours. Shops:Right outside the temple, you’ll find plenty of shops selling traditional items, including vastrams (clothes for vigrahas), flowers, and puja essentials—perfect if you want to take something back for your home deity. Photography:Do note that photography is not allowed inside the temple, helping preserve its sanctity. Nearby Attractions: The iconic Marina Beach is just about 700 meters away, making it easy to combine your spiritual visit with a walk by the sea. 🙏 The Parthasarathy Temple is a place of worship and journey into Chennai’s soul. Whether you are a devotee, a lover of history, or simply someone seeking peace, this temple is worth experiencing. ⭐ Recommended for: Families, devotees, history lovers, and anyone who wants to soak in authentic Chennai tradition.

The Arulmigu Parthasarathy Swamy Temple is truly one of the most peaceful and spiritually uplifting places to visit. The moment you step inside, you can feel the divine energy and serenity of the temple. The architecture is magnificent, with beautifully carved gopurams and a rich historical aura that instantly transports you to another era. The sanctum is extremely powerful, and the darshan of Lord Parthasarathy gives an indescribable sense of calm and positivity. The temple is well-maintained, and the priests conduct rituals with devotion and discipline. The surrounding area is vibrant, making the entire visit feel wholesome and fulfilling. Whether you’re seeking peace, blessings, or simply want to admire the cultural heritage, this temple is a must-visit. A perfect blend of spirituality, tradition, and architectural beauty.

One of the most revered temple. Presiding deity Lord Paarthasarathy and HIS consort Goddess Mayuravalli are mesmerising and divine. One of the very few Lord having a moustache. A big temple with many sannidhis. A MUST visit temple.

What a temple is this. Loved this. I went this weekend and found one of the beautiful temple. I feel that the temple needs so more cleaning and hygiene due to huge crowd and will work better than now. I really felt blessed to get a chance to visit these places. The only thing I found about the priests, they are always into rush in any famous temples. Even though less crowd they always ask devotees to go out as fast as they can. But if you see positive sides then one of the best temple to visit in Chennai. Lovely.

Visited on Wednesday and it was not so crowded but may be crowd on weekends. “Beautiful and peaceful temple with a calm environment. Clean premises and helpful staff. Highly recommended for both devotees and tourists.”