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Kandhar Sasti Festival 2024 - Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruchendur.
The Kandhar Sasthti Thiruvizha is celebrated as a grand occasion at the Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruchendur in the district of Thooththukudi. The temple is one of the “Aru Padai Veedu” (six abodes) of Lord Murugan. The presiding deity of this temple is Lord Murugan -the youngest son of Lord Shiva. Every month, this temple organises special poojas and homams on the occasion of “Kandhar S....
The Kandhar Sasthti Thiruvizha is celebrated as a grand occasion at the Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruchendur in the district of Thooththukudi. The temple is one of the “Aru Padai Veedu” (six abodes) of Lord Murugan. The presiding deity of this temple is Lord Murugan -the youngest son of Lord Shiva. Every month, this temple organises special poojas and homams on the occasion of “Kandhar Sashti”. The Sashti days occur twice every month on the sixth day of the lunar phase of the moon known as “Ammavasai”(no moon day) and “Pournami”(full moon day). During these days, the devotees undergo utmost discipline and fasting to offer prayers to the Almighty. The devotees of Lord Murugan believe that reading Kandhar Sashti Kavasam on Tuesdays, which is regarded as an auspicious day for him, will bring prosperity and happiness into their life. The temple also conducts a unique celebration during the celebration of “Soorasamharam” to embark on the glory of Lord Murugan as written in the Hindu ures. Lakhs of devotees throng the temple to celebrate the virtue of good over evil during this festival.
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Activities
Fasting: Devotees begin a fast on the temple premises. Yagasala puja: A puja is performed at the yagasala after early morning rituals. Procession: Idols of Lord Subramaniya Swami, Valli, and Devayani are taken in a procession to the yagasala. Abhishekam and deeparadhanai: Special abhishekam and deeparadhanai are performed. Maha deeparadhanai: A maha deeparadhanai is held at noon. Reciting hymns: Devotees recite traditional hymns as the idols are taken in silver cars to Shanmuga Vilaasam. Soorasamharam: This event is enacted on the seashore, where devotees celebrate the killing of demons by Lord Skanda.
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Organized By
Hindu Religious Endowments Department, Government of Tamil Nadu
Joint Commissioner
Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruchenudur
6381722503
jc[dot]tiruchendurmurugantemple[at]gmail[dot]com
How to reach
The nearest airport is Thoothukudi Airport,
which is 35 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Tiruchendur,
which is 1 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Tiruchendur,
which is 1KMs away.