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Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple కాణిపాకం

The self-manifested Ganesha said to be still growing

Year-roundbest timeDay tripideal₹50–500per person / day

About Kanipakam Vinayaka Temple

Built in the 11th century by the Chola king Kulottunga I, the Varasiddhi Vinayaka temple at Kanipakam stands in a spring-fed tank; the swayambhu idol is believed to be growing in size, and oaths sworn here are held binding. Brahmotsavams at Vinayaka Chavithi run for three weeks.

Why visit

  • Swayambhu Ganesha in a water tank
  • Oath tradition
  • 12 km from Chittoor, an hour from Tirupati

Things to do

01Darshan
02Manikanteswara temple nearby
03Ardhagiri