Temples are sacred spaces where devotion, discipline, and divine grace converge. Every gesture and offering within the temple carries deep spiritual meaning. With understanding, worship becomes more mindful and spiritually fulfilling. This book serves as a humble guide for devotees seeking to approach the temple in the right manner; preparing oneself before entering, understanding the order of prayers, appreciating the significance of sacred practices, and observing the essen

Dear Devotees, The Paurnami Fast will be observed at the Sri Kandaswamy Temple on Saturday, 30th of May 2026. Devotees are welcome to participate in this auspicious occasion and obtain the blessings of Sri Sakthi Vel Perumaan and Sri Raajaraajesvari Ambaal. _____ Kanthan Paatham Kanavilum Thunai Seyyum

Dear Devotees, The Mahotchava Festival (Kodiyetra Thiruvizhaa) will be celebrated at the Sri Kandaswamy Temple from Thursday, 21st of May 2026 (7th day of Vaihaasi) onwards. This grand 10-day festival will be celebrated daily, both in the mornings and in the evenings. Dates and festivities: 20/5 Preliminary Rituals 21/5 (1st Day) - Flag Raising Ceremony (Kodiyetram/Thuvaja Aarohanam); Commencement of Maha Yaaga Poojaa; Procession on the Gold Mayoora (Thanggamayil) Vaa

Dear Devotees, The Sashti Fast for the month of Vaihaasi will be observed on Thursday, 21st of May 2026, at the Sri Kandaswamy Temple. Devotees are welcome to participate in this festival and receive the blessings of Sri Sakthi Vel Perumaan and Sri Utchava Vel Perumaan. _____ Kanthan Paatham Kanavilum Thunai Seyyum

Dear Devotees, The Sathurtthi Fast will be observed at the Sri Kandaswamy Temple on Wednesday, 20th of May 2026. Devotees are welcome to participate in this special prayers and obtain the blessings of Sri Vinaayahar and Sri Sakthi Vel Perumaan. _____ Kanthan Paatham Kanavilum Thunai Seyyum

Dear Devotees, The Kaartthihai Fast - Festival for the month of Vaihaasi will be observed at the Sri Kandaswamy Temple on Saturday, 16th of May 2026 with snabana abishegam for Sri Sakthi Vel Perumaan, and a procession of Sri Utchava Vel Perumaan around the inner courtyard of the Temple. Devotees are welcome to observe and participate in this festival and receive the blessings of Sri Sakthi Vel Perumaan and Sri Utchava Vel Perumaan. _____ Kanthan Paatham Kanavilum Thunai Seyyu