Melmaruvathur Adhiparasakthi Temple – Timings, Darshan, Annadhanam & Online Donation Guide

Melmaruvathur Adhiparasakthi Temple is one of the most powerful and spiritually significant Shakti temples in Tamil Nadu. Located near Chennai, this sacred shrine is dedicated to Goddess Adhiparasakthi, the supreme universal mother. The temple is well known for its unique form of worship that emphasizes equality, discipline, and spiritual awakening.

Darshan at Melmaruvathur Temple is completely free, and there is no VIP or paid darshan system. At present, online booking for darshan or abhishekam is not available. Devotees can visit the temple directly and join the general queue.

The temple is equally famous for its Annadhanam (free food service), which is served daily to all devotees without discrimination. Voluntary donations for annadhanam and temple activities are accepted at the temple counters and through officially announced temple trust channels.

What the Temple is Famous For

Powerful worship of Adhiparasakthi
Equality-based spiritual practices
No caste or gender discrimination in worship
Healing prayers and spiritual discipline
Highly significant Pournami (Full Moon) worship

Temple Timings

Session	Timings
Morning	5:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Afternoon Break	12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Evening	4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Timings may be extended on Pournami days and festival occasions.

Darshan & Ticket Details

Service	Details
General Darshan	Free for all devotees
Special / VIP Darshan	Not available
Online Booking	Not available

All devotees follow the same queue system. Crowds are heavier on full moon days and festival occasions.

Abhishekam & Ritual Practices

Traditional abhishekam with milk or water is not emphasized at Melmaruvathur Adhiparasakthi Temple. The focus is on prayer, meditation, discipline, and inner purification.

Ritual	Details
Abhishekam	Not performed in traditional format
Deepa Pooja	Performed by devotees
Special Prayers	Conducted on request

Annadhanam (Free Food Service)

Annadhanam is one of the most important services at Melmaruvathur Temple. Free food is served daily to thousands of devotees as a symbol of equality and compassion.

Details	Information
Availability	Daily
Cost	Free for all devotees
Special Days	Pournami, festivals, weekends
Donation	Voluntary contribution accepted

Best Time to Visit (Avoiding Crowd)

Time	Crowd Level
Weekday mornings	Least crowded
Weekday evenings	Moderate crowd
Pournami & festival days	Very crowded

Devotee Tips

Simple and modest dress is recommended
Footwear must be left outside temple premises
Maintain silence and spiritual discipline
Avoid visiting on Pournami if you prefer less crowd

Note: Temple timings, donation methods, and annadhanam arrangements may change on festival days. Always confirm details with temple administration before planning special offerings.