Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple, Kukke Subramanya, Karnataka
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Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple Timings

Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple is open 5:00 AM to 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, daily.

Lord Subrahmanya (Kartikeya), worshipped with the serpent king Vasuki · Kukke Subramanya, Karnataka

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Darshan hours (as published)
Opens 5:00 AM (Govu Pooja); Ushakala Pooja 5:30–6:00 AM; sevas and Madhyanna Pooja through midday · Hannukai Seva 3:30–6:00 PM; Nisha Pooja 6:00–7:45 PM; closes by about 8:30 PM (overall 5:00 AM–9:30 PM)
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Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple, in Kukke Subramanya in Karnataka, is a shrine to Lord Subrahmanya (Kartikeya), worshipped with the serpent king Vasuki. It is also known as Kukke Subrahmanya Swamy Temple.

The foremost temple in India for remedies against Sarpa Dosha and Kala Sarpa Dosha; devotees perform Sarpa Samskara, Ashlesha Bali and related poojas. The Kumaradhara river bath is considered purifying. Set in the village of Subrahmanya in Dakshina Kannada, ringed by dense forest and overlooked by Kumara Parvatha and the cobra-shaped Shesha Parvatha, the temple is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya as Subrahmanya.

Karnataka carries a distinct temple identity of its own: Vijayanagara grandeur at Hampi, Hoysala artistry at Belur, and living coastal shrines at Udupi, Kukke and Kollur, Karnataka is a museum of South Indian temple genius.

Darshan hours and daily worship

SessionTiming (as published)
MorningOpens 5:00 AM (Govu Pooja); Ushakala Pooja 5:30–6:00 AM; sevas and Madhyanna Pooja through midday
EveningHannukai Seva 3:30–6:00 PM; Nisha Pooja 6:00–7:45 PM; closes by about 8:30 PM (overall 5:00 AM–9:30 PM)

Annadana (free satvik meals) served roughly noon–2:30 PM and 8:00–9:30 PM

Poojas and daily rituals

Sarpa Samskara Pooja, Ashlesha Bali Pooja, Nagaprathishta, Sarpa Shanti, plus daily Ushakala, Madhyanna and Nisha poojas

Weekly or monthly auspicious daysAshlesha Nakshatram each month (for Ashlesha Bali); Shashti days
Signature annual eventsAnnual festival from Karthika Bahula Dwadashi to Margashira Shudha Poornima, including Panchami Rathotsava

Festivals and special-day timings

Regular darshan hours are usually extended, or set aside entirely, on these dates.

FestivalPeriodWhat happens
Champa Shashti (Subramanya Shashti)Margashira month (November/December)The main annual festival with the Brahma Rathotsava chariot procession
LakshadeepotsavaKarthika Amavasya (November)Festival of a hundred thousand lamps opening the annual celebrations

History and architecture

Built or establishedAncient temple; a longstanding centre of Naga (serpent) worship

Architecture

Temple entered from the west through the main gopuram; the inner sanctum has a silver-covered Garuda pillar and a pedestal enshrining Subrahmanya, Vasuki and Shesha

History

Set in the village of Subrahmanya in Dakshina Kannada, ringed by dense forest and overlooked by Kumara Parvatha and the cobra-shaped Shesha Parvatha, the temple is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya as Subrahmanya. By legend, after vanquishing the demon Tarakasura, Kumaraswamy gave darshan to the serpent king Vasuki in the nearby Biladwara caves and agreed to reside here permanently.

Planning your visit

Entry feeNo entry fee; specific sevas ticketed (Ashlesha Bali around Rs. 400; Sarpa Samskara around Rs. 1500–1800)
Dress codeEthnic clothing, men wear panche/dhoti (no shirts, coats, caps or vests in the sanctum), women sarees or salwar with dupatta; devotees bathe before entry; mobile phones prohibited inside
Best time to visitOctober to February; the surrounding Western Ghats are lush after the monsoon
NearbyBiladwara Caves, Adi Subramanya, Kumara Parvatha trek, Dharmasthala, Kumaradhara river

How to reach

Nearest railway station Subrahmanya Road (about 12 km); nearest airport Mangaluru (about 105 km); regular buses from Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Dharmasthala.

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Where this information comes from

Confidence: High. Detailed pooja schedule, timings, dress code and festivals corroborated

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Frequently asked questions about Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple

What is the timing of Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple?

Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple is open 5:00 AM to 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, daily. Annadana (free satvik meals) served roughly noon–2:30 PM and 8:00–9:30 PM

What are the darshan (visiting) hours at Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple?

As published, morning darshan runs Opens 5:00 AM (Govu Pooja); Ushakala Pooja 5:30–6:00 AM; sevas and Madhyanna Pooja through midday and evening darshan runs Hannukai Seva 3:30–6:00 PM; Nisha Pooja 6:00–7:45 PM; closes by about 8:30 PM (overall 5:00 AM–9:30 PM). Annadana (free satvik meals) served roughly noon–2:30 PM and 8:00–9:30 PM

Is there an entry fee at Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple?

No entry fee; specific sevas ticketed (Ashlesha Bali around Rs. 400; Sarpa Samskara around Rs. 1500–1800)

What is the dress code at Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple?

Ethnic clothing, men wear panche/dhoti (no shirts, coats, caps or vests in the sanctum), women sarees or salwar with dupatta; devotees bathe before entry; mobile phones prohibited inside

Which festivals are celebrated at Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple?

The main ones documented for this temple are Champa Shashti (Subramanya Shashti), Lakshadeepotsava. See the festival table above for dates and what each involves.

What is the best time to visit Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple?

October to February; the surrounding Western Ghats are lush after the monsoon

How do I reach Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple?

Nearest railway station Subrahmanya Road (about 12 km); nearest airport Mangaluru (about 105 km); regular buses from Bengaluru, Mangaluru and Dharmasthala.

Who is the presiding deity at Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple?

Lord Subrahmanya (Kartikeya), worshipped with the serpent king Vasuki

What is the history of Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple?

Set in the village of Subrahmanya in Dakshina Kannada, ringed by dense forest and overlooked by Kumara Parvatha and the cobra-shaped Shesha Parvatha, the temple is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya as Subrahmanya.

How reliable is the information on this Sri Kukke Subramanya Temple page?

This listing's confidence is rated high. Detailed pooja schedule, timings, dress code and festivals corroborated