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Sashtiabdapoorthi (also spelt Shashtiabdapoorthi or Sashtipoorthi) is the Hindu 60th-year ceremony a couple performs when the husband completes 60 years of age, in effect renewing their marriage vows. In Chennai, families most often arrange it at a temple that has a kalyana mandapam (marriage hall) on its premises — such as the Vadapalani Murugan (Andavar) Temple — or at a private function hall near a temple, with a priest engaged separately. There is no single central “60th-marriage package” run by the temples themselves: the temple or hall provides the venue, and the family makes the ritual, catering and guest arrangements. This guide explains the tradition and how such arrangements are made directly with the temple or venue.
What is Sashtiabdapoorthi?
The name comes from Sanskrit — Shashti (sixty), Abda (year) and Poorthi (completion) — marking the completion of 60 years and the entry into the 61st year of life. In Tamil it is often called arubatham kalyanam (60th wedding). The milestone carries special weight in the Tamil tradition because the Tamil almanac runs on a 60-year cycle, so a person turning 60 completes one full cycle of named years and begins it again.
At this stage, tradition holds that the householder has largely fulfilled his family duties and can turn more towards spiritual life. The ceremony is treated as a thanksgiving for a long married life and a prayer for continued health and longevity. It is also known as Ugra Ratha Shanti — a rite intended to pacify intense planetary influences associated with this age. Sources: BGS Iyer; AstroPuja; Tamil Brahmins community.
The rituals — a renewal of the wedding
Sashtiabdapoorthi is, in essence, a repetition of the wedding itself, performed by the same couple decades later. While the exact sequence varies by family tradition and officiating priest (purohit), the commonly performed elements include:
- Kalasa Sthapanam — installation of the sacred water pots.
- Navagraha Puja and Ugra Ratha / Shanti Homam — fire offerings to the nine planetary deities and for peace and long life.
- Punyahavachanam — purification rites.
- Mangalya Dharanam — the husband ties a fresh mangalyam (thali) on his wife, symbolically re-marrying her.
- Malai Marral — the couple exchange garlands as they did at their wedding.
- Manthra Snanam / Kalasa Abhishekam — bathing with water sanctified by Vedic chanting.
- Dhanam — charity and gifts, considered an essential part of the occasion.
- Aasirvaadanam — the couple receive blessings from elders and give their blessings to the next generation.
The full observance can extend over one or more days depending on how elaborately the family chooses to conduct it. Sources: BGS Iyer; AstroPuja.
60th-marriage (Sashtiabdapoorthi) venues in Chennai
Chennai families use two broad options: a temple that hosts such functions in its own kalyana mandapam, or a private marriage/function hall near a temple. Temples that are commonly mentioned for 60th-marriage and related functions in and around Chennai include:
- Vadapalani Murugan (Arulmigu Vadapalani Andavar) Temple
- Thiruporur Kandaswamy (Murugan) Temple
- Kundrathur Murugan Temple
- Mangadu Kamakshi Amman Temple
- Arupadai Veedu Murugan Temple, Besant Nagar
- Ashtalakshmi Temple, Besant Nagar
Note that the most famous destination specifically for Sashtiabdapoorthi and Sadabhishekam (80th) ceremonies is the Amirthakadeswarar (Abhirami) Temple at Thirukadaiyur in Nagapattinam district — not Chennai — which conducts these functions on most days. Many Chennai families travel there, while others prefer to hold the ceremony in the city or at home. Sources: Tripadvisor (Thirukadaiyur temple); Tamil Brahmins community.
How arrangements are made
Arrangements are made directly with the temple or venue, not through this website. For a temple that has its own marriage hall, the family approaches the temple’s marriage/kalyana mandapam office. Several of these temples — including Vadapalani Andavar — are administered by the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department; others are run by private trusts, so procedures differ from temple to temple. Confirm current availability, timings, rules and charges with the specific temple office.
Publicly reported practice at the Vadapalani Murugan Temple gives a useful example of how a temple venue works:
| Detail | Reported information (verify with the temple office) |
|---|---|
| Temple timings | Around 5:00 am–12:30 pm and 4:00 pm–9:00 pm; functions fall within temple hours |
| Marriage hall | A hall on the temple premises; more than one function may share it at the same time |
| Advance booking | Booking roughly 15–20 days ahead is commonly advised; popular dates go early |
| Restrictions | Hindu ceremonies only; elaborate decoration and outside catering are typically restricted inside the premises |
| Priest / purohit | Usually engaged by the family separately |
Charges for the hall and the ritual are not published on any official central portal and vary by temple, hall size, day and the scale of the function, so we do not quote a fixed “package cost.” Confirm the exact fee at the temple counter. For temples under the state department, the Tamil Nadu HR&CE portal (tnhrce.gov.in) is the authoritative reference for which temples it administers and any published services. Source: govivah / gotirupati summaries of Vadapalani practice; TN HR&CE.
Planning tips
- Decide first whether you want the ceremony at a temple hall, a private mandapam near a temple, or at home — each has different rules.
- Engage an experienced purohit early; the priest fixes the muhurtham (auspicious time) and the ritual list.
- Contact the chosen temple’s own office directly for availability; book well ahead for auspicious months.
- Ask each temple about its own rules on decoration, photography, catering and guest numbers — these differ.
- Treat any third-party “60th-marriage package” offer with caution and always cross-check directly with the temple or hall.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sashtiabdapoorthi mean?
It means the completion of 60 years (Shashti = 60, Abda = year, Poorthi = completion). The couple renews their marriage vows when the husband turns 60, entering his 61st year.
Is it the same as a 60th wedding anniversary?
In Tamil practice it is tied to the husband’s 60th birthday rather than 60 years of marriage. It is popularly called the “60th marriage” or arubatham kalyanam because the wedding rituals are performed again.
Which Chennai temples host 60th-marriage functions?
Temples with marriage halls such as Vadapalani Murugan, Thiruporur, Kundrathur, Mangadu Amman, Arupadai Veedu and Ashtalakshmi (Besant Nagar) are commonly used. Availability and rules differ, so confirm with each temple. The dedicated destination temple for this ceremony is at Thirukadaiyur, outside Chennai.
Can I book a temple 60th marriage online?
Most of these temples handle such bookings through their own marriage office rather than a central online system. Check the individual temple’s official channel, and for state-run temples the TN HR&CE portal, for any online facility. Arrangements are made directly with the temple.
How much does it cost?
There is no single official published cost. Hall and ritual charges vary by temple, hall size, day and how elaborate the function is. Ask for the current rate at the temple office; be wary of unofficial “package” pricing.
How far in advance should we plan?
Fix the muhurtham with your priest first, then approach the temple. At Vadapalani, booking about 15–20 days ahead is commonly advised, but popular halls and auspicious dates fill up much earlier, so plan well in advance.
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Sources & last verified (July 2026)
- BGS Iyer — Shashtiabdapoorthi (60th Marriage Anniversary): https://bgsiyer.com/blog/shashtiabdapoorthi-60th-marriage-anniversary
- AstroPuja — Shashtiabdapoorti / Shashtipoorthi: https://astropuja.com/ceremonies/shashtiabdapoorti-60th-birthday-marriage-anniversary.html
- Tamil Brahmins community — Temples for Sashtiapthapoorthi: https://www.tamilbrahmins.com/threads/temples-for-sashtiapthapoorthi.3911/
- Tripadvisor — Abhirami Amirthakadeswarar Temple, Thirukadaiyur (Shasti Poorti reviews): https://www.tripadvisor.in/ShowUserReviews-g4013769-d8356016-r453867521-Arulmigu_Abhirami_Udanurai_Amirthakadeshwarar_Swamy_Temple-Thirukadaiyur_Nagapattinam.html
- Govivah — Vadapalani Murugan Temple marriage procedure & timings: https://govivah.com/blog/vadapalani-murugan-temple-marriage-procedure-hall-cost-and-timings/
- Tamil Nadu HR&CE Department (official): https://tnhrce.gov.in/
tirumalatirupationline.com is an independent pilgrim-information guide. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with TTD, the Tamil Nadu HR&CE Department or any temple. Always confirm current timings, rules and charges directly with the temple or venue office.
Last reviewed: July 6, 2026
