In Hindu tradition, Amavasya (New Moon Day) holds special significance for performing rituals that remove negative energies, ancestral curses, and karmic burdens. Astrologers and spiritual gurus say that visiting certain temples on this day can help reduce Karma Dosha, Pitru Dosha, and Naga Dosha (snake curse) — bringing peace and prosperity to one’s life.
Here are four sacred temples believed to be especially powerful for Amavasya worship and karmic purification:
1. Kukke Subramanya Temple – Karnataka
Located in the serene Western Ghats of Dakshina Kannada, Kukke Subramanya Temple is one of India’s most revered shrines for Naga Dosha Nivarana.
Lord Subramanya, worshipped here as the protector of serpents, blesses devotees with relief from snake curses and family obstacles.
Special Sarpa Samskara and Ashlesha Bali pujas performed on Amavasya are said to purify ancestral karma and remove obstacles in marriage and progeny.
2. Kalahasti Temple – Andhra Pradesh
The Sri Kalahasteeswara Temple, near Tirupati, is dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Vayu Linga.
Known as the “Kashi of the South,” this temple is renowned for its Rahu-Ketu Pooja, a ritual that nullifies planetary afflictions and karmic bondage.
Performing this puja on Amavasya is believed to free devotees from Naga Dosha and bring stability in career, health, and relationships.
3. Thirunageswaram Temple – Tamil Nadu
Situated near Kumbakonam, Thirunageswaram Naganatha Swamy Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Rahu Bhagavan.
It is one of the Navagraha temples where devotees offer milk abhishekam to Rahu. On Amavasya, the milk reportedly turns blue, signifying the purification of sins and karmic cleansing.
This temple is considered especially auspicious for those facing issues due to Rahu-Ketu doshas or unexplained obstacles in life.
4. Trimbakeshwar Temple – Maharashtra
Located near Nashik, Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga is associated with Lord Shiva and the origin of the holy river Godavari.
This temple is powerful for performing Pitru Dosh Nivarana rituals, particularly on Amavasya days, to appease ancestors and remove generational karmic debts.
Many devotees perform Narayan Nagbali Puja here to eliminate curses related to snakes and unfulfilled ancestral duties.
Why Amavasya Is Powerful
Amavasya marks the time when the Sun and Moon align, symbolizing a balance between light and darkness — a perfect time for introspection, repentance, and purification.
Rituals done on this day are believed to have multiplied spiritual impact, especially when combined with prayers at temples linked to divine serpent or ancestral energies.
Visiting these four temples — Kukke Subramanya, Kalahasti, Thirunageswaram, and Trimbakeshwar — on Amavasya day is said to bring divine grace, remove karmic baggage, and pave the way for success, health, and peace.
Devotees are advised to perform poojas under the guidance of priests and observe fasts or prayers with sincerity to receive maximum blessings.
