Sri Karpaga Vinayagar Temple

Sri Karpaga Vinayagar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha located in Goal Ghar, Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair) in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Situated in the heart of the city, it is one of the oldest and most visited temples in the islands, serving the local Tamil community. The temple features South Indian Dravidian architecture with a gopuram and is known for its daily worship and major festivals like Vinayaka Chaturthi.

Visitors can expect a compact South Indian-style temple complex in an urban setting at Goal Ghar. The main shrine houses the idol of Lord Karpaga Vinayagar (Ganesha) with a decorated gopuram and mandapa. The premises include smaller shrines and a courtyard for devotees. The atmosphere is devotional with daily pujas, oil lamps and incense. Visitors can observe rituals, offer prayers and view the temple architecture. The temple is located near the city centre with easy access to markets and roads.