Kumarakottam Temple
குமரக்கோட்டம்
An ancient temple dedicated to Murugan (Skanda), son of Shiva, located between the Ekambareswarar and Kamakshi Amman temples.
Kumarakottam Temple honors Murugan, the god of war. Legend holds that the Tamil version of the epic Kandha Puranam was first recited here, and the temple preserves the lecture hall associated with it. It lies between Ekambareswarar Temple, a Shaiva shrine, and Kamakshi Amman Temple. Its layout embodies the Somaskanda arrangement, symbolizing the family reunion of Shiva, Murugan and the goddess, so devotees often worship at all three temples. The gateway tower is brightly painted, the courtyard is small, and a visit takes about half an hour. It is open about 06:00–12:00 and 16:00–20:30. Admission is free, and shoes must be removed inside.
Opening hours
About 06:00–12:00, 16:00–20:30
Nearby sights
- Kamakshi Amman Temple
- Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham
- Kachapeswarar Temple
- Ulagalantha Perumal Temple
- Ekambareswarar Temple
- Pandava Thoothar Perumal Temple
- Chitragupta Temple
- Kanchi Kudil