Chennai is the city with temples galore.
One of the most popular temples in Chennai – the
Kalikambal temple, is located in Northern
Chennai in Georgetown. This temple is a
very old temple and has a lot of historical
relevance as well. It has the distinction
of having been visited by the Great Maratha
ruler Shivaji. The Chennai Kalikambal temple
has a lot of festivals and celebrations.
The Bhramotsavam celebrations for ten days
in the Vaikasi month are one of the most
popular festivals where devotees come in
huge numbers.
The presiding deity in the Kalikambal
Temple Chennai are Kalikambal (Kamakshi)
and Kamateswarar.. The other important
festivals and celebrations here include
The Vasanta Navaratri and the Navaratri festival,
the 10 day Margazhi festival and The
Maasi Makam festival. The other significant
aspect of this temple is the Kinnitter
which is a one of a kind chariot
unique to this temple.
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