🕉️ Temple Overview
Rockfort Ucchi Pillaiyar Temple sits atop a 273-feet tall ancient rock formation, one of the oldest rocks in the world (3.8 billion years old). Lord Ganesha is worshipped as the remover of obstacles. Pilgrims climb 417 steps carved into the rock to reach the temple, symbolizing spiritual ascent.
📅 Panchangam & Astrological Importance
Dominant Nakshatra
Hastha
Associated Planet
Moon (Chandra)
Element
Earth
Temple Type
Ganesha Temple
⚡ Why Panchangam Matters:
Chaturthi Tithi (4th lunar day) is most auspicious for Ganesha worship. Sankatahara Chaturthi (Krishna Paksha Chaturthi) removes obstacles. Vinayagar Chaturthi festival follows Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi.
✅ Best Days to Visit
Chaturthi
Wednesday
Vinayagar Chaturthi
🎉 Major Festivals (with Panchangam Logic)
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Vinayagar Chaturthi📅 August-SeptemberCelebrated on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi. Grand abhishekam and special pujas. Thousands climb the rock for darshan.Tithi-based
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Sankatahara Chaturthi📅 MonthlyKrishna Paksha Chaturthi every month. Special evening puja for removing obstacles and fulfilling wishes.Tithi-based
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Chaturthi important at Ucchi Pillaiyar Temple?
Chaturthi is the most sacred tithi for Ganesha worship. Shukla Chaturthi and Sankatahara Chaturthi (Krishna Paksha) both have special significance. Worshipping on Chaturthi at this ancient temple is believed to remove all obstacles.
What is the significance of the 417 steps?
The 417 steps carved into the ancient rock represent spiritual ascent and surrender. Devotees chant "Om Ganapati" with each step, turning the climb into a moving meditation before darshan.
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