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Kesava Perumal Temple

Kesava Perumal Temple in Mylapore, Tamil Nadu, is a Hindu shrine devoted to Lord Vishnu. This spiritual landmark reflects the rich temple heritage of Chennai's historic suburb.

॥ ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Kesava Perumal Temple stands in Mylapore, a suburb of Chennai in Tamil Nadu, as one of the locality's significant Hindu places of worship. The temple is dedicated to Lord Kesava Perumal, a manifestation of Vishnu revered in South Indian devotional tradition. Mylapore itself has long been a nucleus of temple culture and religious life, and this shrine represents the continued spiritual practice woven into the fabric of the community.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

The temple serves as a gathering place for devotees seeking the blessings of the deity and participates in the rhythm of local religious observance. Like many neighborhood temples in Tamil Nadu's urban and suburban areas, it reflects both the continuity of Hindu worship practices and the adaptation of sacred spaces to contemporary life. The temple's presence in Mylapore underscores the area's enduring identity as a site of faith and cultural memory.

Lord Sri Vishnu, the preserver in the Hindu trinity

Welcome to the Sanctum

Kesava Perumal Temple

Kesava Perumal Temple in Mylapore, Tamil Nadu, is a Hindu shrine devoted to Lord Vishnu. This spiritual landmark reflects the rich temple heritage of Chennai's historic suburb.

Kesava Perumal Temple stands in Mylapore, a suburb of Chennai in Tamil Nadu, as one of the locality's significant Hindu places of worship. The temple is dedicated to Lord Kesava Perumal, a manifestation of Vishnu revered in South Indian devotional tradition. Mylapore itself has long been a nucleus of temple culture and religious life, and this shrine represents the continued spiritual practice woven into the fabric of the community.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
101Devotees

Sacred Offerings

Sevas & Pujas

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

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

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Address: Tamil Nadu, India

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