The main deity of temple of Chitragupta or Chitragupta Swamy Temple is holding a pen in his right hand and a palm leaf in his left hand symbolizing the nature of his work.
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- History/Legend of the Temple Chitragupta temple is a Hindu temple located in Nellukara Street Kanchipuram in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the rare temples of the Hindu deity Chitragupta, considered to be the assistant of Yama, the Hindu god of death. Chitragupta is believed to have emerged from a painting and set as the accountant of good and bad deeds of human beings by Brahma. The temple has a three-tiered Rajagopuram (gateway tower) and a single precinct around the sanctum. Chitragupta Temple Religion Affiliation Hinduism District Kanchipuram Deity Chitragupta Location Kanchipuram State Tamil Nadu Country India Geographic coordinates 12°50′12″N 79°42′17″E Architecture Type Dravidian architecture Creator Chola kings Completed 9th century CE The present masonry structure was built during the Chola dynasty in the 9th century CE, while later expansions are attributed to various others. The temple is maintained and administered by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu. The major festival celebrated in the temple in Chitra Pournami during April. The temple is one of the most prominent tourist attractions in the cityAs per Hindu legend, Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction was discussing with his wife Parvathi about maintaining Dharma amidst all human beings in earth and maintaining good account of their deeds. He felt that he wanted to have someone to have a close watch on the people to prevent them from indulging in crime and involving themselves in good deeds. Shiva drew a picture in a gold plate - Parvathi was impressed and wanted Shiva to detail it. The picture turned into a deity by the divine grace of Shiva and Parvathi. Shiva entrusted the duty of maintaining the account of deeds of all human beings in earth. He came to be known as Chitragupta as he was derived from a Chitra (picture) and Gupta (with secrecy). He was set as the accountant of Yama, who is the Hindu deity of death.
- Name of the Deities Chitragupta Swamy Shivan & Parvathy
- Nearby Cities and Distance Chennai (Tambaram) 49.9km Vellore 1 hr 28 min ( 63km ) vandavasi 1 hr 4 min ( 40.9km )
- Mode of Transport(from the nearest city) Car Bus Train Bike
- Duration (from the nearest city) Chennai (Tambaram )1 hr 11 min
- Estimated cost of the travel (from the nearest city) car,auto,bus... Car Rs. 2500 Bus Rs. 150
- Temple Instructions Dress code Traditional and Formal clothing. Photography Not allowed. Prasad Available.
- Special Days and Special Happenings Every new moon, there are special worship practices followed in the temple The major festival celebrated in the temple in CHITRA POURNAMI during APRIL. Puja is performed four times on all days of the week in Chitragupta temple in morning, evening, afternoon and night. Apart from this special puja is performed by the temple on the request of individuals for which charge is there.
- Rituals Available Parihara Abishegam - Pooja cost: Rs.600/-, you have to inform the temple authorities one day before. Parihara chitranna milk Abishegam - Pooja cost: Rs.1800/-, you have to inform the temple authorities five day before. This Pooja has to be performed for 7 weeks and only on Wednesday and Saturday at 07:30 am. Rahu Ketu pooja - Pooja cost: Rs.3500/-, you have to inform the temple authorities five day before. Sarba Dosham - Pooja cost: Rs.3500/-, you have to inform the temple authorities five day before. Rahu ketu peyarchi - The temple authorities will inform the date of puja on their website.
- Offerings Offer flowers, light a ghee diya in front of the deityPournami is the auspicious day to worship him. you can light lamps in the temple as per your wish as it is a place you get peace. you will be getting all pooja items outside of the temple
- Prasadham Kungumam Holy Ash
- Benefits of Visiting Shri Chitragupta Swamy is governed by the planet Ketu. Ketu, is well known for its harmful tendencies, and those who are especially affected by this planet in their horoscope travel from all corners of the country to pray at the temple and seek the blessings of Shri Chitragupta Swamy.
- Other things to do / places of interest Pachaiyappa Silks Kanch Kudil Jain Temple Shri Kanch Kamakoti Peedam Shakunthala Jagannathan Museum of Folk Art Prakash Silks & Sarees
- Nearby Temples Sri Ulagalandha Perumal Temple Sri Kanchi Kamakchi Amman Temple Sri Tiruvelukkai Sri Azhagiya Singaperumal Temple Ekambareswarar Temple Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple
- Nearby Eateries Saravanaa Bhavan Adayar Ananda Bhavan Upashana Hotel Hotel Sakthi Ganapati
- Hotels / Home stays: Hotel SSK Grand, No: 70, Annai Indira Gandhi Salai, Nellukkara Street Near Sri Chirhra Guptar Temple, Kanchipuram 631502 India 0.0 km from Chitragupta Swamy Temple. Sree Sakthi Residency, No: 71, 71 Nellukara Street, Kanchipuram 631502 India 0.0 km from Chitragupta Swamy Temple MM Hotel, No 65/66 Nellukara Street, Kanchipuram 631502 India 0.2 km from Chitragupta Swamy Temple Regency Kanchipuram by Grt Hotel, 487 Gandhi Road, Kanchipuram 631502 India 1.0 km from Chitragupta Swamy Temple
- Standard Weather Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India has a tropical wet and dry climate. The weather in Kanchipuram is generally characterized by the following: Temperature: The average maximum temperature in April to June is 36.6°C. Rainfall: The total annual rainfall is contributed by the northeast and southwest monsoons. Seasons: The weather in Kanchipuram can be characterized by the following monthly temperatures and rainfall.
- For the best experience / Must know If people who are barred from marriage come here and worship, they get married and live happily in their homes. It is believed that if you worship the deity of this temple, Chitragupta, you will easily attain wisdom and salvation after death.
- Not to miss Don't miss Kanchipuram Kovil Idly, it will be available in all hotels. Its famous for Kanchi pattu sarees.
- Note for Travelers This temple is located on the main road and 200Mts from the Kanchipuram bus stand.Its a walkable distance, If any Elders you can travel by Auto. 24hours Auto Facilities is there. For family, bikers, Groups there is a petrol bunk nearby 1.5km.
Opening Hours
Monday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Closed
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Sunday:
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
