Kalikambal Temple, Chennai

The Kalikambal Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kalikambal (Kamakshi) and Lord Kamateswarar, located in George Town, Chennai, India. The temple is located on Thambu Chetty Street, a prominent financial street running parallel to Rajaji Salai.

History

The temple was originally located closer to the sea shore and was relocated to the current site at 1640 AD. It was then built in 1678. Shivaji, the Maratha warrior and the founder of the Hindawi-Swarajya in the 17th century, had worshiped in this temple incognito on 3 October 1667. It is believed that a fierce form of Goddess was held in worship earlier and that this form was replaced with the shanta swaroopa (calm posture) form of Goddess Kamakshi.

Ways to pray 

On every full moon days and on all navarathri days ,sri chandi homam is performed praying for the welfare of the mankind. On every New Moon days special poojas are performed to Lord Viswakarma. On every full moon days evenings special poojas and group worship is performed. On every Tuesdays and Fridays at ragu kalam special poojas by lighting in lemon fruit cups is worth mentioning. The vows of the devotees with this light offering is believed to be heard and answered immediately The turmeric paste got from the abishegams of Sri Moolavar is proved useful in treating ailments and best for those who are having no child for years after their marriage. All are invite to have the blessings of Godess Sri Kalikambal.

Pooja Timings

Kalai sandhi - 6:00-7:30 AM

Uchi Kalam - 12 NOON 

Sayaratchai - 5:30-6:00PM

Artha jamam - 9:00pm