Neat TempleNumber of "Bhattacharyas" may be reducedArchanai may be @ separate place to avoid delay in Dharshan
I have been visiting this temple from around year 2000, but not very frequently.The temple infrastructure itself has undergone a makeover about 5 years back and it has been maintained well. Parking cars is a problem since there are no earmarked area for the temple itself and the roads around the temple are very narrow.
Atmosphere is good. They have decorate the God statue superbly. Marriage function also take place in Vadapalani Murugan Temple....
Lord Muruga is a god of the mind.He has given solace to many.this place is a standing example of that trait. being in the middle of a metro city,the Lord himself has graced the teeming millions to an end with peace. Tinkering noises apart the mind gets what is its due..solace.
God Vel Muruga is totally covered by the pujari's, who perform poojas. At any point of time more than 10 to 12 pujaries inside garbha-griha, objecting the God's view. Need to be addressed.
Lord Murugan was decorated beautifully. They have different Sannidhis for the navagrahas. Anjaneyar sannidhi and so on
Vadapalani Murugan temple situated in a crowded part of the city but still retains calm and serenity. The temple is neatly maintained and has elevated platform for the free darshan devotees to have darshan of the Lord without hindrance.Have enough space for the devotees to sit and enjoy the visit.
Taking time off from my conference, I asked my driver to show me around in Chennai. He took me for a brief DARSHAN at the well re-known Vadapalani Murugan Temple. I was thrilled with the pious vibes I experienced. I was told that there is a special prayer "ABHISHEKH" was about to start and the bookings were full. But a clerk intervened and allowed us to witness the ceremony. It was a grand affair in which the Lord Karthekayan was given a ceremonial shower with water, then followed in order by Ghee, Honey, Fruit pulp, etc. After that the curtains went down an the Lord was decorated with new clothes and ornaments and his traditional Spear which is his weapon. This was followed by blessing and the holy water was given to us.It was a chance blessing which I cherish very much.
Vadapalani is one among the 6 temples in Arupadai vidu - Means one among 6 houses of Lord Murugan! Located in a crowded Area. Been there on July for a Marriage. Many Marriages will be held in that temple. The temple is neatly maintained. Good Air flow and the pathways are clean. Points to Note:1) Car can be parked in side roads of the temple (best idea is to park in Hotel Saravana Bhavan - very near to temple)2) Shoe Guard stands are available in every shop in the temple entrance. Its safe and a small income for vendors.3) Wheel Chair facility is available for old people4) Toilets are available outside the Temple
Its a famous temple since ages and very good temple to visit. Especially some art shows will be performed during festivals. Shows like music, traditional dance etc will be worth to watch