Murugan
Kukke Subramanya Temple
Subramanya, Karnataka · Subramanya (Murugan / Kartikeya)
About Kukke Subramanya Temple
Kukke Subramanya Temple is the only Sarpa temple dedicated to both Subramanya (Murugan) and divine serpents. The most important place to perform Sarpa Samskara — removing serpent afflictions. The divine serpent Vasuki is enshrined here.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Subramanya (Murugan / Kartikeya)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Shesha (divine serpent), Vasuki
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Murugan
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
1 – 2 hours
🪔 Special Puja
Sarpa Samskara (unique serpent dosha removal); Sashti
🔔 Important Rituals
Sarpa Samskara (for Sarpa dosha), Ashlesha Bali, Subramanya Sashti
👔 Dress Code
Traditional Indian attire; dhoti for men in inner sanctum
📅 Best Visit Time
October – March
🎫 Entry Fee
Free; Sarpa Samskara puja ₹500+
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Subrahmanya Road Station (7 km)
Nearest Airport
Mangalore Airport (100 km)
Distance from City
100 km from Mangalore
Parking
Yes, large facility
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Kukke Subramanya or Mangalore
Food Options
Restaurants and temple annadanam
Visitor Tips
Book Sarpa Samskara puja in advance. Forest drive to temple is scenic.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Sashti draws thousands. Subramanya Shashti is the biggest festival.
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Temple in a valley — flat and accessible. Beautiful surroundings.
⚠️ Important Notes
Prime Sarpa dosha remedy temple — advance booking for rituals recommended.
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⏱ 45 min – 1 hour
Thiruparankundram Murugan Temple
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⏱ 1 hour
Thiruchendur Murugan Temple
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Senthil Andavar (Murugan)
⏱ 1 – 1.5 hours
Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Typical Duration
1 – 2 hours
Entry Fee
Free; Sarpa Samskara puja ₹500+
State
Karnataka
Location
Subramanya
Ideal Base City
Kukke Subramanya or Mangalore
Senior Friendly
Yes
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