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Thambiluvil Sri Kannaki amman temple

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About the temple

Thambiluvil Sri Kannaki Amman Temple is one of the most significant Hindu temples in Sri Lanka's Ampara District, dedicated to Kannaki Amman, the legendary heroine of the Tamil epic Silappatikaram. 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.

Kannaki AmmanEastern ProvinceAncient Hindu TempleSilappatikaramPilgrimage Site
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Devotee rating
1
Daily rituals
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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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