I went to the temple on shivaratri day. I waited on the queue to buy archana, flowers and milk to offer in shiva linga, so altogether I paid $35. I was with everyone where main puja was happening, a group of people came late and got entry to the closer view to the main shiva linga where puja was happening. In the mean time, arati was done as well and the arati was served first to that group of people who were guided to be seated in the front even though they arrived late and whilst other people were waiting in the queue for long time. And again when I asked for archan thali - fruits and flowers back which I paid for, the priests did not even look at me and they were continue to returning to other people . Later, they returned to me when I asked for multiple times. From my understanding as a Hindu devotee, we all have equal rights to go to the temple and treated nicely by priests. What kind of priests are these who cannot treat all the people equally. This is the first time I got discrimination in any...
Read moreSri Karpaga Vinayakar Temple filled me with a deep sense of divine serenity. The sight of Sri Somasundareswarar, Lord Shiva in His majestic linga form adorned with the golden pancha naga, radiated immense power and spiritual grace. Before Him, Nandi sat in calm stillness — ever ready to listen to your duḥkha and carry it to Shiva, burning away sorrow and leading every soul toward peace. The linga’s glittering eyes shone with divine energy on the sacred Pradosham evening — it felt just like being at Arunachalam. List of deities: Sri Karphaga Vinayakar Sri Somasundareswarar Sri Meenakshi Ambal Sri Dakshina Moorthy Sri Maha Ganapathy Sri Chandikeshwarar Sri Lingothbaver Sri Kanaka Durgai Sri Panchamuga Vinayakar Sri Thillai Nadarajar Sri Sivakami Ambal Sri Manikavasagar Sri Venkateshwar Sri Devi Sri Bhoo Devi Sri Anjenayar Sri Ayyeppan Sri Subramaniyar Sri Valli Sri Devasena Sri Omkara Ganapathy Sri...
Read moreToday on my hubby’s birthday we had the privilege of attending a puja conducted by Priest Madhu, and it was a truly blessed experience 😇 His aura radiated positivity and power; and the way he chants mantras making the entire ceremony feel incredibly special. From the moment we walked in, the receptionist girl was warm and welcoming setting the tone for a wonderful visit. This place is a sanctuary filled with love and warm positive energy, making it the perfect destination to seek blessings. Thank you, Priest Madhu, for creating such a beautiful and uplifting atmosphere during the puja.😇😇🙏🙏 #such uplifting atmosphere #felt blessed...
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