Who founded Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham?

The founding of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham is traditionally attributed to Adi Shankara.

What are the special events celebrated at Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham?

Navaratri is celebrated grandly each year, and Chandramouleeswara Pooja is a significant event.

Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham

Tamil Nadu

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Srimatam Samsthanam, 1, Salai St, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu 631502

Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, also known as Kanchi Math or Moolamnaya Sarvagnya Peetham, is a revered Hindu religious center of Vedic learning located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. It is closely associated with the Kamakshi Amman Temple and is one of the oldest Hindu monasteries, established by the legendary Adi Shankara. The peetham is a hub for the preservation of ancient Hindu dharma, literature, and the propagation of Advaita Vedanta.

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Open & Close Time

05:30 - 12:00, 16:00 - 20:00

Type of Sthal

Samadhi

Parking

Available

Best time to visit

The best time to visit is during the Navaratri celebrations or on auspicious days like Fridays and full moon days.

Special Note:

Darshan is available on all full moon days until 11:30 PM.
Free meals are served daily at the dining hall.

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Kanchipuram

How to Reach Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham

Transportation

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Reach by Air

The nearest airport is Chennai International Airport (MAA), approximately 68 kilometers away, which takes about 1 hour 45 minutes to reach by road.

Reach by Train

Kanchipuram Railway Station (CJ) has regular and direct trains connecting to Chennai, Tirupati, Nagarcoil, Chengalpattu, and Bangalore.

Reach by Road

Local transport options such as buses, autos, and taxis are available from the bus stand and railway station.

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Accessibility Information

The sthal is accessible for visitors with disabilities, with ramps and other facilities available. However, detailed accessibility features may vary.

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