Kanchi Kosh

"He is a philosopher and a poet, a savant and a saint, a mystic and a religious reformer. Such diverse gifts did he possess that different images present themselves, if we try to recall his personality." - Dr. Radhakrishnan about Adi Shankaracharya.

Now, we have got a new museum on the life and works of Sri Adi Shankaracharya in Chennai. Inaugurated on 5th June 2022, this unique museum is located within Sri Kanchi Mahaswami Vidya Mandir Complex in Rajkilpakkam near Tambaram.

The sprawling museum called "Kanchi Kosh" is a proper tribute to the greatest philosopher of this country. There are multiple sections in this three-storied structure exhibiting the life of Adi Shankaracharya and providing a glimpse of his literary works and spiritual services. The glorious history of Shankara establishing five Shankara Mutts across India and his visit to various holy sites are well captured. 

It is a divine feel to get darshan of the images of Kamakshi Amman, Adi Shankaracharya with his four disciples and Kanchi Maha Swamigal. Vedic hymns and Shankara Aarti as the background music enhance the serenity of the site.

A separate section talks in detail about 2500 years of the glorious history of all Kanchi Peetham Shankaracharyas.

The hall where Adi Shankaracharya's image is installed, combined with the tranquility of the site, grants us a divine experience.

The exceptionally well-maintained museum is a treat to the eyes of spiritually inclined people. It is definitely a must-visit site for the devotees of Shankaracharya.

Jaya Jaya Shankara! Hara Hara Shankara!

Happy travelling.