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Karpaka Vinayakar Temple

0 (0) , Est. 7th century CE

About the temple

Karpaka Vinayakar Temple in Pillayarpatti is a 7th-century rock-cut cave shrine dedicated to Ganesha, significantly expanded over subsequent centuries with notable rock-cut sculptures and inscriptions spanning from the 7th to 13th centuries. The shrine draws devotees through the day for darshan and aarti, with the atmosphere reaching its peak during the evening rituals and on festival days when special pujas are performed.

7th-century rock-cut shrineGanesha templeChettiars ancestral templeTamil Nadu heritage
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Devotee rating
7
Daily rituals
3
Major festivals

How to reach

By road
Well connected to city centre, ~20 min by taxi or auto.
On foot
Footwear stands and cloak rooms available near the main entrance.
Nearby stay
Dharamshalas and hotels within walking distance of the temple.
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