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ॐ नमो नारायणाय

ஶ்ரீ அப்பன் வெங்கடாசலபதி ஆலயம்

Sri Appan Venkatasalapati Temple is a Hindu place of worship located in Sankanthiradu village, Tamil Nadu, serving as a spiritual centre for the local community.

॥ जय श्रीहरि ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Sri Appan Venkatasalapati Temple stands in the village of Sankanthiradu in Tamil Nadu, representing an important point of devotion within its locality. The temple's name honours its presiding deity, and it functions as a living centre of worship for the residents of the surrounding region. Like many village temples across Tamil Nadu, this shrine plays an integral role in the spiritual and social fabric of Sankanthiradu, drawing devotees for prayer and observance.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

The temple reflects the enduring tradition of Hindu worship that characterises the Tamil landscape, where such sanctuaries—whether ancient or more recently established—serve as anchors for faith and community gathering. While detailed historical records of this particular shrine may be limited, its presence underscores the deep religious heritage woven through Tamil Nadu's villages, where temples continue to be cherished as spaces of reverence and cultural continuity.

Welcome to the Sanctum

ஶ்ரீ அப்பன் வெங்கடாசலபதி ஆலயம்

Sri Appan Venkatasalapati Temple is a Hindu place of worship located in Sankanthiradu village, Tamil Nadu, serving as a spiritual centre for the local community.

Sri Appan Venkatasalapati Temple stands in the village of Sankanthiradu in Tamil Nadu, representing an important point of devotion within its locality. The temple's name honours its presiding deity, and it functions as a living centre of worship for the residents of the surrounding region. Like many village temples across Tamil Nadu, this shrine plays an integral role in the spiritual and social fabric of Sankanthiradu, drawing devotees for prayer and observance.

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: Tamil Nadu, India

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