Mariyamman Temple, Ariyankuppam, Puducherry

Mariyamman Temple, Ariyankuppam, Puducherry

Mariyamman Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Goddess Sakthi 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 Brahma Rishi Temple. This is a small temple with very simple gopuram. There is a Ganesha Idol on the left side of the sanctum entrance and Lord Murugan idol on the right side of the sanctum entrance. Presiding Deity, Mariyamman graces the devotees with four hands in sitting posture. Lion and Bali Peedam are located in front of the sanctum facing Goddess. The statue of the person who built the temple stands with folded Hands in front of the sanctum.

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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