Kumbakonam Heritage
Kumbakonam Heritage (KH) is an organization dedicated to preserve and promote the rich heritage of Kumbakonam, a temple town in Tamil Nadu, India. KH is a part of the Kumbakonam Regional Historical Research Society (KRHRS). It works closely with the local community to explore and identify the ancient monuments around Kumbakonam region. It educates students and the general public about their importance and encourages them to participate in their preservation.
More About UsKH provides a variety of heritage trails that take visitors to some of Kumbakonam’s most iconic temples, monuments, and cultural landmarks. They are designed to provide an immersive experience of the city’s history, culture, and spirituality.
December 14, 2024
The purpose of this two-day (14.12.2024 & 15.12.2024) journey is to see Karaikudi’s and the surrounding area’s traditional places.
KH offers a unique selection of products that showcase the best of Kumbakonam’s heritage. They include traditional brass lamps, panchaloka sculptures, and silk sarees.
Read MoreKH features a collection of photographs and artifacts in its gallery, that tell the story of Kumbakonam. It is a must-visit for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating town.
15-08-2024
It is believed that this is the place where The Historical Thirupurambiyam battle was held, based on Historical and literary evidence. This Pallipadai Temple was believed to be built in memory of the Ganga King Prithivipathi, by the Chozha King ( Parantaka-I…. ? ) Aditha Chozha. There are two Aiyyanar Sannidhis named Prithivipathi Aiyyanar ( […]
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02-08-2024
This Kandanatha Swamy Temple is also called Adhi Kandanathaswamy Temple and believed that this temple is the earlier temple to the Swamimalai, Swaminatha Swamy Temple. This place was called “Eaar” during the 8th – 9th Century and is now called Eraharam. This Temple is one of the Thevara Vaippu Sthalam, sung by Thirunavukkarasu Swamigal in Thevaram 6-51-6, 6-70-3 […]
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23-04-2024
The temple is situated on the Vinnetriparai also known as Neduvel Kundram as per the silapathiharam (from where Kannagi was taken by Kovalan through flower chariot to the Vinnulagam), is about 4380 Meters above MSL The presiding Deity : Sri Kannagi Some of the salient features of this temple are…. The temple complex consists of […]
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