Nallur Kandaswamy Temple

The Nallur Kandaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple located in Jaffna, Sri Lanka dedicated to Lord Muruga. In this temple, the Lord Muruga manifests himself in the form of a spear, commonly known as Vel. The origin of this temple goes back to 948 AD and was relocated several times until its present location. The current structure may not be similar to the ones in the original location, but it continues to attract devotees from around the world. The temple is built in a Dravidian style and is known for the visually appealing gopuram or the temple tower. The temple also has a garden and a lake worth looking at when visiting the temple. For couples planning a Srilanka Honeymoon Trip the temple comes alive during festivals like Thaipoosam or the annual festival, making it a vibrant and spiritual experience.

• Worship the main deity i.e Lord Muruga who manifests in the form of a Vel (spear).
• Make a special offering to the main deity for additional blessings and carry home the blessed offerings. 
• Attend the Thaipusam festival and watch the temple get into its peak celebration form.
• Attend the annual festival and watch the different parades of the deity along with music and dance forms.
• Visit the pond in the temple and have a glimpse of Lord Dhandayuthapani for whom the lake is dedicated. 
• Admire the unique architecture of the temple and learn more about its history and significance.