Nenmeli Srardha Samrakshana Narayanan Temple, Kanchipuram
Address
Nenmeli Srardha Samrakshana Narayanan Temple, Kanchipuram
Brahmana Street, Nenmeli Post,
Via Nandham, Kanchipuram District- 603002
Phone: +91 – 44 – 27420053.
Moolavar
Srardha Samrakshana Narayanan
Amman
Mahalaxmi
Introduction
Location: Nenmeli, near Chengalpet, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu
Deity: Lord Vishnu, known as Sri Lakshmi Narayana Perumal and Utsavar Sri Srardha Samrakshana Narayanan
Sacred Significance: The temple is equivalent to the sacred sites of Gaya and Kasi for performing Srardham (ancestor offerings).
History: The temple is over 1,000 years old, associated with an elderly couple, Yagna Narayana Sharma and Sarasavani, who were blessed by Lord Vishnu after their death for not having children to perform Srardham for them.
Divine Grace: Lord Vishnu himself performs Srardham for those without descendants daily from 12 pm to 1 pm.
Special Shrines:
- Srardha Samrakshana Narayanan
- Lakshmi Narasimha
- Krishna
- Ganesha
Maha Lakshmi Salagramam: Found in the temple, it is believed to bring blessings of wealth, health, and prosperity.
Pithru Poojai: Performed on Amavasai and Ekadashi Thithi, it is equivalent to Srardham in Gaya.
Offerings: Ven Pongal or curd rice, along with Perandai and Yel Thuvayal.
Century/Period
1000 year Old
Nearest Bus Station
Nenmeli
Nearest Railway Station
Chengalpattu
Nearest Airport
Chennai