Kapaleeshwarar Temple

I recently visited the Kapaleeshwarar Temple during the rainy weather, and it was an absolutely beautiful and peaceful experience. The temple looked wonderful in the rain, with the droplets glistening on the ancient stone carvings and the colorful gopuram shining even brighter. The air was cool and refreshing, filled with the fragrance of wet earth and temple incense. The architecture and divine atmosphere made the whole place feel magical — a perfect blend of spirituality and heritage. Watching devotees walk barefoot on the wet stone floors, hearing the temple bells, and seeing the reflection of the temple lights on the rainwater added to the charm. If you ever get a chance, visit this temple during the monsoon — it’s a breathtaking experience you’ll never forget.

Sri Kapaleeswarar Temple: Worshipped by Sage Kasyapar, this is the most popular of the Sapthasthana temples – the abode of Lord Shiva as Kapaleeswarar and Goddess Parvathi as Karpagambal. This is one of the 275 Thevara Padal Petra Sthalams; out of these, this is one of the 40 temples that have west facing Shiva shrines. The original temple was located near the sea but got submerged in the sea and the current temple was built around 350 years back. Parvathi Devi worshipped Shiva here in the form of Peacock. The 63 Nayanmar festival is highly popular.

Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar & Karpagambal Temple, Mylapore Visited Arulmigu Kapaleeshwarar and Karpagambal Temple today, and it was a truly divine experience. This ancient and magnificent temple stands as a symbol of spiritual richness and Dravidian architectural beauty. The temple is vast, serene, and filled with positive vibrations that instantly calm the mind and soul. The darshan of Lord Kapaleeshwarar and Goddess Karpagambal is deeply fulfilling, and the atmosphere inside the temple radiates peace and devotion. One of the most touching sights is the gentle care given to the sacred cows (pasu madu) within the temple premises, reflecting the temple’s compassion and traditional values. Being here feels spiritually uplifting and grounding. It is a place where devotion, culture, and divine energy come together beautifully. A must-visit sacred place for anyone seeking blessings, inner peace, and a connection to timeless tradition. Om shree Kapaleeshwaraya Namaha 🙏🙇🏻‍♂️ Om shree Karpagambal Namaha 🙏🙇🏻‍♂️

This temple is a divine, God Kapaleeshwar and Goddess Karpagambal situated in Mylapore. One of the most ancient and largest temples of Chennai. Atmosphere inside the temple is peaceful and calm. You can enter the temple from east side and if you want to skip the long queue take aa VIP ticket costing Rs 50 per person cash only No online allowed. There is a small nandi inside the temple and many temples within to worship. Prasadam is provided near the east gate and it is very good. Sometimes during festive times you will find a cultural singing programme arranged inside the temple premises. Must visit when you are in chennai. Om shree kapaleeshwaray namah! Om shree Karpagambal namah!

If you list some iconic must-visit places in Chennai, the Mylapore Kapaleeshwarar temple will be one of them. The Kapaleeshwarar Temple is located right in the heart of Mylapore, surrounded by the theppakulam (temple tank) and busy shopping streets (mada streets). ​I visited in September just before the Navaratri festival. The streets were colourful and traditional, filled with beautiful Golu dolls. The main shrines are dedicated to Lord Shiva (Kapaleeshwarar) and Goddess Parvati (Karpagambal). Despite the busy city, inside the temple, you feel a deep sense of peace and divine energy. The rituals and the decorated deities create a moving, spiritual ambience.

Had the pleasure of visiting on Diwali, we received an insightful tour around the temple grounds outlining Hindu customs, beliefs and temple practices. This is a prominent Shiva temple and is decorated in hand carved wooden statues which ate repainted every 5 years. You can't help to reflect on blessings of the temple and the focus on the themes of masculine and feminine harmonies (which is explained in more detail during the tour). Please note non hindus can only walk the grounds and cannot enter the shrine The temple is also an active kitchen for the homeless and lower castes. When you arrive there is a shoe storage stand by the main door for a price of 100rpi. Guides will be lingering near the shoe storage stand and around the temple grounds. Highly recommend bringing enough cash to donate to the temple, people attending the kitchen and the guide. Please agree a price with the guide first to avoid being overcharged but there is a cash machine near by if you're running low.

This Sacred Hindu temple was believed to be built in the 7th century by the Pallava dynasty. The moment you enter, you will get positive energy, the craftsmanship is simply superb. The ancient Murals are just beautiful. More Importantly, you will literally feel the presence of Mahadev here. Mahadev’s face through the Diya lights will bring goosebumps. Very clean and very well maintained temple.

Blissful temple and calm . It’s has a lot of history and culture the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple has limited parking area and has a lot of shops and establishments around. So there is a lot of traffic and plan to park at distance and walk to the temple. There is a lot of sanctums around the main inner sanctum. You can take photos outside the temple and around the other sanctums but not inside the main sanctum