The Kapaleeswara Temple of Chennai is one among the most visited temples in Tamil Nadu. Located in Kutchery Road of Mylapore in South Chennai, Kapaleeshwar Temple is considered as a fine example of Dravidian style of temple architecture.
Kapaleeswara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, houses the shrines of Kapaleeswar (Shiva) and Karpagambal (Parvati). The gopuram of the temple is intricately carved and is about 37 metres high.
The main entrance of the temple is towards the east and the entrance is adorned with intricate carvings. There is also an old Punnai tree in the courtyard which is considered to be the oldest of its kind in the city of Chennai.
The present structure of Kapaleeswara Temple is about 300 years old as it was renovated in the 16th century by the Vijayanagara Kings. But the inner walls of the temple were kept intact, which is evident from the 11th century inscriptions found on these walls. Towards the flag mast, a shrine dedicated to Saint Gnanasambandar can be seen. The mandapams within the temple complex are elaborate in design.
The principal deity, Kapaleeswar, is in the form of a lingam, which is believed to be installed by Lord Brahma as a penance. Goddess Karpagambal or Parvathi is in the form of a peacock worshipping the idol of Lord Shiva.
The bronze statues of 63 Shaivate saints can also be seen in this temple, which are carried in procession during the Aruvathumoovar festival, held in March-April.
Kapaleeswara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, houses the shrines of Kapaleeswar (Shiva) and Karpagambal (Parvati). The gopuram of the temple is intricately carved and is about 37 metres high.
The main entrance of the temple is towards the east and the entrance is adorned with intricate carvings. There is also an old Punnai tree in the courtyard which is considered to be the oldest of its kind in the city of Chennai.
The present structure of Kapaleeswara Temple is about 300 years old as it was renovated in the 16th century by the Vijayanagara Kings. But the inner walls of the temple were kept intact, which is evident from the 11th century inscriptions found on these walls. Towards the flag mast, a shrine dedicated to Saint Gnanasambandar can be seen. The mandapams within the temple complex are elaborate in design.
The principal deity, Kapaleeswar, is in the form of a lingam, which is believed to be installed by Lord Brahma as a penance. Goddess Karpagambal or Parvathi is in the form of a peacock worshipping the idol of Lord Shiva.
The bronze statues of 63 Shaivate saints can also be seen in this temple, which are carried in procession during the Aruvathumoovar festival, held in March-April.
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