Overview
- Primary deity
- Murugan
- Temple type
- Temple
- Location
- Vadapalani, Tamil Nadu
Temple summary
Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple is a major Murugan shrine in the heart of Chennai. The temple grew from a modest place of worship in Vadapalani into one of the city’s best-known centres of Murugan devotion.
History
The temple traces its development to the late nineteenth century. Over time the shrine expanded into the present complex while continuing as an active place of worship.
Significance
The principal deity is Murugan, worshipped here as Vadapalani Andavar. The temple is especially active during major Murugan festivals including Panguni Uthiram.
Architecture
The temple follows the South Indian Dravidian tradition, with a prominent gopuram, sculptural decoration and multiple sacred spaces serving daily worship.
Travel guide
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