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அருள்மிகு வடபழநி ஆண்டவர் திருக்கோயில்

Vadapalani Andavar Temple is a Hindu place of worship located in Kodambakkam, a suburb of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, serving the spiritual needs of the local community.

॥ ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Vadapalani Andavar Temple stands in Kodambakkam, a residential suburb within Chennai's urban landscape. As a consecrated Hindu temple, it serves as a focal point for devotion and ritual observance among residents of the area. The temple maintains its role in the spiritual fabric of the locality, welcoming worshippers who seek to engage with sacred practice and community worship. While specific architectural or historical details remain sparse in available records, the temple's enduring presence reflects the region's religious heritage and the sustained faith of those who visit its sanctum. Like many temples embedded within suburban neighborhoods across Tamil Nadu, Vadapalani Andavar Temple represents the integration of sacred space within modern urban settlements, providing continuity between traditional Hindu worship and contemporary life.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

Every wick lit, every offering made at Vadapalani Andavar Temple, joins a river of devotion that flows through every heart that has ever sought refuge in Hindu Devotion.

grand South Indian temple complex, featuring multiple ornate gopurams (towers) and mandapams, is beautifully illuminated at night by countless flickering oil lamps. Garlands of flowers and festive decorations adorn the temple architecture. In the foreground, devotees in traditional attire walk along the perimeter of a reflective temple tank, where numerous small diyas float, mirroring the temple's glow and the bright full moon in the night sky.

Welcome to the Sanctum

அருள்மிகு வடபழநி ஆண்டவர் திருக்கோயில்

Vadapalani Andavar Temple is a Hindu place of worship located in Kodambakkam, a suburb of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, serving the spiritual needs of the local community.

Vadapalani Andavar Temple stands in Kodambakkam, a residential suburb within Chennai's urban landscape. As a consecrated Hindu temple, it serves as a focal point for devotion and ritual observance among residents of the area. The temple maintains its role in the spiritual fabric of the locality, welcoming worshippers who seek to engage with sacred practice and community worship. While specific architectural or historical details remain sparse in available records, the temple's enduring presence reflects the region's religious heritage and the sustained faith of those who visit its sanctum. Like many temples embedded within suburban neighborhoods across Tamil Nadu, Vadapalani Andavar Temple represents the integration of sacred space within modern urban settlements, providing continuity between traditional Hindu worship and contemporary life.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
Blessings

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

Plan Your Visit

Reach the Sanctum

Address: Tamil Nadu, India

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