Ashtalakshmi Temple, Chennai

Elliots Beach, Besant Nagar

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Entry Fee & Ticket

It opens 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. On Friday, Saturday, Sunday opens 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The entry is free. | No Entry Fee

Opening Time & Days

Ashtalakshmi Temple opening and closing timing from Monday to Friday 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Sunday evening may extend to -10:00 PM.

Open Days

The Ashtalakshmi Temple is open every day for visitors.

Best Time to Visit

January, February, March, April

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Place Type

Religious Place

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How to Reach Ashtalakshmi Temple

Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from Ashtalakshmi Temple.

By air · Nearest Airport

Fly into Chennai International Airport

10.8 km away
By rail · Nearest Railway Station

Take a train to Guindy Railway Station

6.9 km away
By road · Nearest Bus Terminal

Catch a bus from Broadway Bus Stand

11.2 km away

About Ashtalakshmi Temple

The temple of Mahalakshmi located in Adyar, Chennai, India is the most special. The special thing about this temple is that the idols of 8 forms of Goddess Lakshmi are installed here, that is why this temple is also known as 'Mata Ashtalakshmi Mandir' and the devotees who come here bring different lotus flowers.

The construction of the temple was started in 1974 on the wish of Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswati Swami of Kanchi Math. This temple was built under the leadership of Niwas Varadcheriyar which looks very divine and grand in appearance.

Architecture of Ashtalakshmi Temple

The architecture of this temple is a blend of ancient Dravidian and contemporary styles. The length of the temple is 65 feet and the breath is 45 feet. It is modeled on the Sundararaja Perumal temple at Uthiramerur. In 2012, the temple was renovated at a cost of â‚¹7 million.

Interesting facts about Ashtalakshmi Temple

The night lighting of this enchanting temple is spectacular. From a distance, it looks as if it is made of marble And on approaching the entrance of the temple, one is captivated by the serenity of the surrounding and the omnipresent sweet aroma of incense.
Goddess Ashtalakshmi is the deity who bestows Ashtama Siddhi (eight times achievements) and Ashta Aishwaryaam (eight times wealth).
Reaching the top of the temple requires climbing steep and narrow stairs, which can prove challenging for people with mobility concerns.
The Ashtalakshmi temple is constructed in the Om shape and one can continuously hear the resonating sound of the Bay of Bengal.
According to the Vedas, Puranas and ancient scriptures of Hinduism, Goddess Lakshmi emerged from the ocean while it was being churned by Asuras, Rakshasas and Suras, deities. Mahavishnu married Goddess Lakshmi and fulfilled the wishes of the devotees.

Ashtalakshmi Temple FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Elliots Beach, Besant Nagar, Chennai.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Ashtalakshmi Temple: It opens 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. On Friday, Saturday, Sunday opens 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM. The entry is free. | No Entry Fee Ashtalakshmi Temple opening and closing timing from Monday to Friday 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Sunday evening may extend to -10:00 PM..

𝒜. You should visit Ashtalakshmi Temple during January, February, March, April months for best experience.