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Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham Mutt in Kumbakonam is a part of the Shri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, established in the year 482 BC by Sri Adi Sankara. Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham Mutt is the Ashram of Sri Sankaracharya of Sri Kanchi. This Mutt is the head quarters of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, which were shifted from Kanchi, first to Tanjavur and then yo Kumbakonam in 1743 A.D.
The Mutt is a prime destination of Hindu pilgrims and devotees. Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham Mutt stands as a pillar of aesthetic life and culture of Hindu populaces. The Mutt carry out many social activities for the benefits and upliftment of the common people.