and the tank steps to guide devotees through the Sanskrit or Tamil mantras. Thiruvanmiyur Beach Tourist attraction 124-160, Beach

In 2025, technology has caught up. Several Chennai-based mutts now offer live-streamed Tharpanam if you are abroad. You sit at home in the US/UK, and a priest performs the rite at Mylapore tank on your behalf, sending you the photo and Mantra recording. However, the physical act of sitting on the wet stone, offering water with your own hands, brings the greatest Punya (merit).

Located in southern Chennai, this 2000-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is a primary destination for tharpanam.

While technically located in the Nagapattinam district, is the gold standard for ancestor rituals in the Chennai region. It is often the first recommendation for families performing Shrardham or Tharpanam .

This 2,000-year-old temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is highly popular for performing Tharpanam, particularly on . The temple allocates a specific area around its tank for these rituals, and experienced priests are typically available to guide the process. Kapaleeshwarar Temple Hindu temple OpenMylapore