Vembuli Amman & Lord Hanuman Temple is located at Vandalur, a historic suburb on the southern outskirts of Chennai, close to the busy GST Road. The temple follows a traditional South Indian village temple style. The structure is simple, modest, and spiritually vibrant rather than ornate. The sanctum of Vembuli Amman forms the heart of the temple, while a separate and neatly maintained Hanuman sannidhi is located within the complex.
Vembuli Amman Temple is believed to be an ancient village guardian (Grama Devata) temple, worshipped continuously for several centuries. Though there are no written inscriptions to confirm the exact date of origin, strong oral traditions, age-old rituals, and uninterrupted worship clearly indicate the temple’s great antiquity. The shrine of Bhagavan Hanuman developed within the temple complex over time and gradually became an important and powerful centre of Hanuman worship in the region.
The main deity of the temple is Goddess Vembuli Amman, worshipped as a powerful Mother Goddess who protects the land and the people. She is believed to guard the region from diseases, negative energies, and natural calamities. Devotees approach her with deep faith seeking health, family well-being, courage, and protection.
Within the same temple complex, Lord Hanuman is worshipped as Bhagavan Hanuman, the embodiment of supreme devotion, immense strength, discipline, and courage. He holds a very special place in the hearts of devotees and is revered as a divine guardian and remover of fear and obstacles.
Lord Hanuman is seen here in a strong and majestic form, radiating confidence, protection, and divine assurance. Devotees strongly believe that sincere prayers to Hanuman at this temple help overcome fear, mental stress, delays, and obstacles in life. He is especially worshipped by those facing difficult situations, important decisions, or challenges related to health, career, and personal life.
Goddess Vembuli Amman is worshipped in a fierce yet compassionate form, symbolizing both protective power and motherly grace. Her presence is believed to bring stability, peace, and safety to the entire region.
For generations, Vembuli Amman Temple has served as the spiritual and cultural centre of the local community. Villagers traditionally depended on the Goddess during times of illness, fear, drought, and uncertainty. Over time, the worship of Lord Hanuman became prominent, as he is believed to stand as the divine protector and commander, guarding the temple and the surrounding area.
According to ancient local belief and oral tradition, the land around present-day Vandalur was once covered by dense forests and small settlements. In those times, the people of this region suffered from repeated disturbances such as unexplained illnesses, fear, and negative forces. Despite their prayers and efforts, peace and stability were missing from their lives.
Moved by the sincere devotion of the people, Adi Shakti manifested here as Vembuli Amman, choosing this land as her sacred abode. After her divine presence was established, the disturbances slowly disappeared, illnesses were cured, and the land began to prosper. From that time onward, the Goddess was worshipped as the guardian mother of the region, protecting both the land and its people.
It is believed that every powerful Shakti sthalam needs a divine protector. To safeguard the Goddess, the temple, and the devotees from all directions, Lord Hanuman chose this sacred place as his eternal seat. Just as he stood guard for Lord Rama with unwavering devotion, Hanuman is believed to stand vigil here day and night, protecting the temple and the surrounding area.
Local elders say that Lord Hanuman here is constantly immersed in Rama Nama, filling the atmosphere with divine vibrations. Because of this, devotees who arrive with fear, confusion, or mental stress experience a deep sense of courage, clarity, and relief after offering prayers. Many believe that Hanuman absorbs negative energies and shields devotees from unseen dangers.
Hanuman Jayanthi is celebrated with special abhishekam and alankaram for Lord Hanuman. Navaratri is grandly observed in honour of Vembuli Amman. Rama Navami receives special importance for Hanuman worship. Tuesdays, Saturdays, and Amavasya days are considered highly sacred.
Devotees commonly offer vada mala, butter, flowers, and betel leaves to Lord Hanuman, while kumkum, lemon lamps, and flowers are offered to Vembuli Amman.
