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Siva temple

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About the temple

Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Mylapore, Chennai, is one of India's most prominent Shiva temples where Lord Shiva is worshipped as Kapaleeshwarar and Goddess Parvati as Karpagambal, featuring striking Dravidian architecture with colorful gopurams. 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.

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Devotee rating
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Daily rituals
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Major festivals

How to reach

By road
Well connected to Chennai 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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