Kukke Subrahmanya Temple Latest News
The Popular Nagaradhana temple in Karnataka, the Kukke Sri Subrahmanya temple in Subrahmanya of the Dakshina Kannada district, has registered a revenue of ₹167.89 crore during 2025-26, the highest so far.
About Kukke Subrahmanya Temple
- It is a 5000-year-old Hindu temple located in the village of Subramanya, in the Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka.
- It stands on the banks of the Kumaradhara River at the foot of Kumara Parvatha, in a dense pocket of the Western Ghats.
- Lord Subramanya (also known as Kartikeya, Murugan, and Skanda) is worshiped as the lord of all serpents in this temple.
- It is one of the foremost centers for Sarpa (serpent) worship in the country.
- Puranic Origin: Kukke Subramanya is considered one of the seven holy places created by Saint Parashurama.
- It is adorned with classic Dravidian design – intricate columns, majestic gateways, while the inner chamber is serene.
- Inside, there are rooms for ceremonies, peaceful spots for meditation, together with smaller temples dedicated to other gods.
Source: TH
Last updated on May, 2026
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