Kanniga Parameswari Temple, Puducherry

Kanniga Parameswari Temple, Puducherry

Kanniga Parameswari Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Goddess Sakthi located at Puducherry Town in Union Territory of Puducherry. The temple is unique in its architecture as it blends the style of the French with the traditional Dravidian architecture. The inner ceiling is supported by the more traditional granite pillars & the sanctum sanctorum has a typical design & style. Hindu marriages are also conducted in the temple premises.

Festivals

Navaratri is the most famous festival celebrated in this temple. All Fridays in the month of Adi (around August) are auspicious days and special Pujas are performed. 

Connectivity

The temple is situated at the junction of Mahatma Gandhi Road and Kamakshi Amman Kovil Road in the heart of Puducherry Town. The Temple is located at about 350 meters from Ajantha Theatre Signal Bus Stop, 3 Kms from Puducherry Main Bus Stand, 2 Kms from Puducherry Railway Station, 5 Kms from Puducherry Airport and 150 Kms from Chennai Airport. The Temple is situated on Pondicherry Bus Stand to JIPMER (Gorimedu) Bus Route. Devotee can get down at Ajantha Theatre Signal Bus Stop. The Temple is located at a walkable distance from this Bus Stop. Taxis and Autos are also available to reach this temple from any part of Puducherry. Nearest Railway Station is located at Puducherry. Nearest Airport is located at Puducherry and Chennai.

Location