Question 1

What are the Navagraha temples?

Accepted Answer

The Navagraha temples are nine ancient shrines in Tamil Nadu, each dedicated to one of the nine celestial bodies (grahas) in Hindu astrology: Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu.

Question 2

Where are the Navagraha temples located?

Accepted Answer

All nine Navagraha temples are located in the Kaveri delta region of Tamil Nadu, mostly around Kumbakonam and Thanjavur, making them accessible in a 2-3 day circuit.

Question 3

Why do people visit Navagraha temples?

Accepted Answer

Devotees visit to seek relief from adverse planetary influences (doshas) in their horoscopes, pray for well-being, and receive blessings from each planetary deity.