Kapaleeshwarar Temple

This Shiva temple was a site of worship for goddess Parvati and was said to be built during the 7th century. That’s more than 1,300 years ago! Located in the centre of Mylapore, it is known for its large water storing tank called a theppam that fills up during the monsoon season. The centrepiece of the temple is, however, its gigantic gopuram that lights up like a beacon in the evening. Like most temples in South India, it too is part of the Dravidian style of architecture as evidenced by its large gopuram. The temple also hosts a yearly, week-long festival during the Tamil month of Panguni between March and April.