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ॐ नमो नारायणाय

சங்கர நாராயண சாமி கோயி

Arulmigu Sankaranarayana Swamy Temple is a Hindu place of worship in Sankarankovil, Tamil Nadu, dedicated to the divine union of Shiva and Vishnu principles.

॥ जय श्रीहरि ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Arulmigu Sankaranarayana Swamy Temple stands in Sankarankovil, a town in Tamil Nadu's southern districts. The temple's name itself reflects a rare theological synthesis—Sankara (Shiva) and Narayana (Vishnu)—suggesting a shrine where both major Hindu philosophical streams converge in worship.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

As a community temple, it serves as a spiritual center for Sankarankovil's residents, offering a space for prayer, ritual observance, and the celebration of the sacred calendar. The temple embodies the inclusive spirituality characteristic of many South Indian shrines, where devotion transcends sectarian boundaries. While details about its founding or architectural heritage remain to be extensively documented, its presence in the town reflects the region's deep-rooted Hindu worship traditions and the enduring role of temples in Tamil Nadu's cultural fabric.

Welcome to the Sanctum

சங்கர நாராயண சாமி கோயி

Arulmigu Sankaranarayana Swamy Temple is a Hindu place of worship in Sankarankovil, Tamil Nadu, dedicated to the divine union of Shiva and Vishnu principles.

Arulmigu Sankaranarayana Swamy Temple stands in Sankarankovil, a town in Tamil Nadu's southern districts. The temple's name itself reflects a rare theological synthesis—Sankara (Shiva) and Narayana (Vishnu)—suggesting a shrine where both major Hindu philosophical streams converge in worship.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
Blessings

ॐ नमो नारायणाय

Sacred Offerings

Sevas & Pujas

Offerings performed by ordained priests under the guidance of vedic tradition — for every milestone of life.

श्री

Mahabhishekam

Ceremonial bathing of the deity with milk, honey, sandalwood and sacred herbs accompanied by Vedic chants.

Archana

Recitation of the deity's names and mantras with flower offerings, performed in your name and gotra.

गं

Ganapati Homam

Sacred fire ritual to invoke Lord Ganesha — performed before new beginnings and important journeys.

Daily Worship

Aarti & Darshan Hours

Open every day of the week. Each hour carries its own fragrance, its own prayer.

  • 04:30 AMSuprabhatamAwakening of the Lord with vedic hymns
  • 07:00 AMTomala SevaOffering of fresh tulsi & flower garlands
  • 11:30 AMRajbhog AartiMidday bhog and naivedyam
  • 04:00 PMUtthapan DarshanReawakening after the afternoon rest
  • 07:00 PMSandhya AartiTwilight worship with conch and bell
  • 09:00 PMShayan AartiFinal blessing — sanctum closes for the night

Plan Your Visit

Reach the Sanctum

Address: Sankaran Kovil, Tamil Nadu, India 627756

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