Location
Address: Sri Rajarajeswari Bhuvaneswari Temple, near virinjipuram, vellore district, tamil nadu – 632104, india
Coordinates: 12.8987° n, 79.0711° e
Situated about 15 km from vellore city, in a tranquil rural setting near nh-48 (chennai–bangalore highway)
History and Significance
The Temple was established by shakta devotees and spiritual aspirants who were deeply inspired by tantric and vedic traditions. Though relatively modern, the Temple architecture and ritualistic practices are firmly rooted in agamic scriptures and ancient Devi Tantra texts.
The unique aspect of this Temple is the combined worship of Maa Rajarajeswari and Maa Bhuvaneswari — both Forms of The Divine Mother that symbolize Supreme Sovereignty, Cosmic Manifestation, and Universal Motherhood. The Temple serves as a Shakti Peetham where devotees practice Srichakra Navavarana Puja, Tantric Homams, and recitation of Bhuvaneswari Kavacham and Sahasranama.
Spiritual Importance
- Maa Bhuvaneswari Represents the vast expanse of the cosmos and Grants Her devotees inner expansion, eloquence, and clarity of vision.
- Maa Rajarajeswari is worshipped as Maa TripuraSundari, The Embodiment Of Supreme Beauty, Wisdom, And Compassion.
- This Temple is considered highly auspicious for women seeking Blessings for marriage, fertility, and spiritual growth.
- It is also visited by spiritual aspirants practicing Sri Vidya Upasana and Devi Tantra.
Temple Features
Main Deities:
- Maa Bhuvaneswari: Seated on a Lotus Throne, with Noose, Goad, Abhaya and Varada Mudras
- Maa Rajarajeswari: Adorned With Jewels and Radiance, Seated On Simhasana (lion throne)
Sacred Yantras:
- Installed Sri Chakra Meru for Sri Vidya worship
- Daily Archana, Kumkum Archana, and monthly Homams
Additional Shrines:
- Lord Ganesha, Lord Subrahmanya, and Nava Grahas
Mandapams:
- Spacious hall for collective mantra japa and community rituals
How To Reach
By air:
- Nearest airport: chennai international airport (~130 km)
- Alternate airport: tirupati airport (~90 km)
By train:
- Nearest railway station: vellore katpadi junction (~17 km)
- Connected to chennai, bangalore, coimbatore, hyderabad
- Local autos and taxis are available to reach the Temple
By road:
- Located just off the chennai–bangalore highway (nh-48)
- Frequent buses from chennai, tirupati, and bangalore to vellore
- From vellore city, local taxis and auto-rickshaws can reach the Temple within 25–30 minutes
Best Time To Visit
- Navaratri (9 nights): grand alankaras, special pujas, cultural programs
- Full moon days: monthly Pournami Homams and Lalita Sahasranama Archana
- Fridays: considered especially auspicious for Devi worship