Brahma Rishi Temple, Ariyankuppam, Puducherry

Brahma Rishi Temple, Ariyankuppam, Puducherry

Brahma Rishi Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva (actually Buddha) located at Kakkayanthope in Ariyankuppam Commune in Union Territory of Puducherry. This is a very small Temple, located near Arikamedu Archaeological Site, Pondicherry, very adjacent to another Small Mariamman Temple. Though the Villagers called the Idol in the Sanctum as Brahma Rishi Devar, a form of Lord Shiva. By Looks and Posture, the deity looks like Lord Buddha.

It is said to be more than 4,000 years old, this temple has two (One Male & another Female) Statues (with the size of present mankind), with a small Lotus Pond in between. A Separate Lord Ganesha Idol can be seen on the right side of the building, which is a later addition. The Temple is well maintained and in clean environment.

The Temple is located at about 1.5 Kms from Ariyankuppam, 2 Kms from Ariyankuppam Bus Stop, 2.5 Kms from Ariyankuppam New Bus Stop, 3.5 Kms from Chunnambar Boat House, 7 Kms from Puducherry Main Bus Stand, 8 Kms from Puducherry Railway Station, 11 Kms from Puducherry Airport, 20 Kms from Cuddalore and 153 Kms from Chennai Airport.

The Temple is situated on Puducherry to Cuddalore Route (NH 45A). The place is well connected to Puducherry by means of Bus and Autos. If you are coming from Cuddalore or Pondicherry by Bus, Tourists are advised to get down at Ariyankuppam Bus Stop and take Auto from the Bus Stop to reach this place. There are also local private and government buses goes very close to this spot, but the frequency is limited. Nearest Railway Station is located at Puducherry. Nearest Airport is located at Puducherry and Chennai.

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