Sri Subramaniya Swami Temple, Sungai Petani (Kedah)

The construction of this blessed temple started in 1914. The first Maha Kumbabishegam was held in 1924 and the second Maha Kumbabishegam was held in 1997. The temple has a majestic 'Raja Gopuram' (tall monumental gateway) and flanked by 2 awe inspiring ‘Vel’ (Holy Javelin) at the entrance of the temple. The temple stands on the ground of a former Magistrate Court. Interestingly, the main sanctum of the temple was previously occupied by the judge. The temple devotees have found solace through Lord Subramaniyar’s blessing. Some time ago, a nurse from Singapore came to this temple. She had contracted cancer, and was considered terminally ill. Miraculously, she recovered, married soon after and now has 2 offspring. Another devotee, who was in government service got dismissed from his work for a misdemeanor. In anxiety, he ardently prayed at this temple. Due to his devotion, he was reinstated into his present occupation and also received a promotion.

As Lord Subramaniyar is in the ‘Andi’ (renunciate) form, he occasionally gives advice to devotees in this appearance. A rowdy gangster in this locale had a dream of Lord Subramaniyar requesting him to change his unruly ways. Although the gangster relented, he started coming daily to this temple. Subsequently, the gangster changed from a rowdy bully into a distinguished gentleman. Lord Subramaniyar’s statue was originally brought from India, and shipped to London. However, the statue found its way to its current site. Therefore Lord Subramaniyar of this temple is affectionately known as London Muruga. Many holy people have visited this temple, such as ThiruMuruga Kirubaanantha Vaariyaar, Kavingyar Kannathaasan, Sri Madurai Aathinam and Sri Pitchai Gurukkal. They have all experienced the divine vibration of Lord Subramaniyar’s spiritual stronghold.
Temple address: Jalan Kuala Ketil, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah. Phone: 04-4212076