Temples in and around Madurantakam
by B. Mekala | 2016 | 71,416 words
This essay studies the Temples found around Madurantakam, a town and municipality in Kancheepuram (Kanchipuram) District in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Madurantakam is one of the sacred holy places visited by Saint Ramanuja. It is also a region blessed with many renowned temples which, even though dating to at least the 10th century, yet they c...
Sri Adhikesava Perumal Temple
Sri Adhikesava Perumal Temple at the village Pondhur is 11 miles from Acharapakkam. The temple which occupies an extent of 72 cents was built about 250 years ago. It was also renovated later. The temple has 20 acres of wet and 40 acres of dry lands which fetch 70 Kalams of paddy.. The State Government gives an annual grant. The pay of the temple servants, pooja and festival expenses are met from this income. The Bhattachari who holds the post hereditarily performs two poojas daily and is paid a monthly salary. The movable properties are jewels and five vahanas. Brahmothsavam, Sri Rama Navami, Sri Javanthi and Navarathri festivals are celebrated every year. About 1,000 people congregate. A single trustee is in charge of its management.