24,
September 2012
On
22nd and 23rd September
2012, I undertook my 3rd
yatra to Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalangal in and around Kumbakonam and this time
Mayiladuthurai also. As usual, reached Kumbakonam on the 22nd morning
from Chennai by bus. After taking a bath at the lodge, hired a taxi and started my
yatra. I was able to cover 18 Shiva Temples and a Vishnu Temple ( Lord Krishna
as Amruviappan, one of 108 Divya Desam at Therazhundur).
22-09-2012,
SATURDAY.
First,
I had been to THIRUVISANALLUR. After
darshan, my plan was to go to Thiruthuthevankudi. Since the temple was scheduled
to open only after 09.00 Hrs, skipped and went to the temple SENGANOOR (
Senganur ). The road was very bad since the road was being used by bullock
carts. After darshan at SENGANUR went to THIRUVOIPADI and THIRUPPANANDAL.
Returned back once again to TIRUNDUDEVANKUDI. After completing
darshan proceeded to THIRUMANGALAKUDI and KANCHANOOR.
Kanchanoor is one of the Navagraha sthalam, ie SUKRAN Sthalam. A lot of
people throng this temple for darshan. Pooja is mainly conducted for Sukran.
The Sukran sannadhi is in parallel to Shiva’s sannadhi. Then went to the
temples THIRUKODIKAVAL, ETHIRKOLPADI (
Melai Thirumanancheri ), and THIRUMANANCHERI ( Keezhai
Thirumanancheri). In the Kalyana Sundareswarar sannadhi, at Thirumanancheri,
Ambal looks very cute with a beautiful smile on her face (Naanam). Tried our
luck to have darshan at Thiruvelvikudi, but to our disappointment, the temple
was closed.
After
lunch at Kuthalam returned back to THIRUVELVIKUDI and spent
about 3 hours on the banks of the Temple tank. It was an awesome and amazing site to see the temple tank with water and the kingfisher
catching the fish. The temple was opened only at 17.30 Hrs, against opening
time of 16.30 hrs. After darshan went to the temple THIRU ANNIYUR (
Ponnur ), (The temple priest explained me in detail and allowed me to take
pictures. He asked me to spread the temple details so that more people could
visit this temple), THIRU KORUKKAI ( Korkai/ Korukkai )
and THIRU NIDUR ( Nidur – a station on the train route). The
darshan at the last three temples, with the lamps/torch light and
the praharams are under the cover of darkness, due to power failure/ load
shedding. Closed my day’s darshan and returned back to the lodge.
23-09-2012,
SUNDAY.
Based
on my previous yatra darshans experience, like to use public transport to
cover some more temples this time also. First I went to the temple THIRUVADUTHURAI. After
darshan, I came to know that the same Gurukkal is doing pooja at THITUKKOZHAMBAM also.
When I requested, Gurukkal for darshan, he asked his son to take me to the
temple through his TVS 50 (Kurukkal also offered me a Kumbakonam degree coffee). It
was about a 5 KM journey from Thiruvaduthurai on a bumpy road and
Gurukkal’s son dropped me back at the Thiruvalangadu bus stand. Since KUTHALAM is
on the way to Mayiladuthurai, got down at Kuthalam and had the darshan at
Kuthalam. The temple is big and understands that temple authorities are
preparing for the Kumbhabhishekam. Waited for the bus to THERAZHUNDUR for
about 1.5 Hrs, and finally hired a taxi for one way to Theruzhundur. The pooja
was conducted by a Vishnu Battachariyar at this Shiva temple. After
darshan at Shiva temple, I also had the darshan of Lord Krishna ( Lord
Krishna as Amuruviappan ), which is on the opposite street of Shiva
Sannadhi.
We
know that there is a relationship between the temple at Thiruvaiyaru and nearby
temples in connection with the marriage function of Sri Nandhi Devar at
Thirumazhapadi. Similarly the marriage between Lord Shiva and
Parvati after separation due to pakadai/ Chokkattan Attam. This
time Lord Vishnu was also involved
I
couldn’t make a visit to Pandanallur and Mayiladuthurai as planned ( Too
greedy ). During my visit, most of the temples were locked and the
Gurukkals were kind enough to open the temple for my darshan. I
expressed my heartfelt thanks to all.
97/43.
SRI SIVAYOGINATHAR TEMPLE. THIRUVISANALLUR.
This
place is now called Thiruvisanallur. This is the 97th Devaram
Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 43rd Sthalam on the north
side of river Kaveri In Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar has sung hymns in
praise of lord Shiva of this temple. This is the birthplace of Uyyavantha Deva Nayanar who had sung the Thiruvunthiyar.
This temple is known for Bhairavar worship.
Moolavar :
Sri Sivayoginathar, Sri Purathaneswarar,
Sri Vilvaranyeswarar.
Consort : Sri Shantha Nayagi, Sri Soundara Nayagi
Some
of the important features of this temple are..........
The
temple faces east with a 5-tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam and Rishabam Dwajasthambam are after the Rajagopuram. In Koshtam, Narthana
Ganapathy, Dakshinamurthy, Mahavishnu in Lingothbavar place, Brahma, Durgai.
Bas relief of King and Queen, Brahma and Lord Vishnu worshiping Lord Shiva on the walls of the sanctum wall.
In
the praharam sannadhi for Saptamatrikas, Nalvar, Ganapathi, Lakshmi
Narayanan, Subramaniar, Pancha Lingas, Sri Mahalakshmi, and Navagrahas.
Sannadhi for Chatur Kala Bhairavas and special poojas are
conducted.
ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala, artha mandapam and a mukha mandapam.
Ambal
is in a separate temple like Sannadhi with sanctum, antarala, and
artha mandapam. There is a Time clock,
based on the sun's movement on the south side temple wall.
HISTORY & INSCRIPTIONS
Chozha
and Vijayanagara period inscriptions are found on the walls and adhistanam speaks about donations given to this temple for pooja and burning of lamps. Nagarathar
had done Thirupani. The
temple is under the control of HR & CE and is being maintained by Thanjavur Maratha
Palace.
LEGENDS
Jadayu worshiped Lord Shiva of this temple.
HOW
TO REACH :
On
the bus route from Thiruvidaimaruthur to Veppathur.
Town
buses available from Kumbakonam route nos 2, 28 & 38
CONTACT
DETAILS :
Landline and mobile numbers 0435 200 0679 and 94447 47142, may be contacted for further details.
95/
41. SRI SATYAGIREESWARAR TEMPLE. SENGANUR
Now
this place is called Senganoor / Senganur /Seignalur. This is the 95th Thevara Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 41st Sthalam on the north
side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar
has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
( Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi )
Moolavar :
Sri Sathyagireeswarar, Sri Sathyagirinathar
Consort : Sri Saki Deviammai.
Some
of the important features of this temple ........
The
temple faces east with an entrance arch. This is one of the mada Koil that was built
by Ko Chenkat Chozhan. There are two praharams, of which one is on the top around
the sanctum and the other is at the base level. Rishabam and balipeedam are in front
of the sanctum. The sanctum sanctorum
consists of sanctum, antarala, and artha mandapam. A vesara Vimana is on the
sanctum. In Koshtam Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy, Mahavishnu, Brahma and Durgai.
In
Maha mandapam Natarajar darshan, Bhairavar (Tap on the side of Bairavar, you
will hear venkala/bronze bell sound by placing ear on the wall near Suryan
& Chandran), Suryan, Chandran, Nalvar, Vinayagar, Murugan,
Gajalakshmi, Chandikeswarar. On Chandikeswarar murthy - pirai is shown on the
head, and Sadai, Kundalam, and Gangai are to be watched. In this posture, Lord Shiva
gave darshan to Chandeeswara Nayanar. Ambal Sannadhi is a little away
facing east.
This
is the birthplace of Chandeeswara Nayanar. Sibi and Harichandran worshiped lord
Shiva. Sri Murugan got the Uruthira Pasupatam to destroy Suran
after worshiping Lord Shiva of this temple.
HOW
TO REACH:
On the Kumbakonam to Thiruppanandal route, after Nedungkollai,
Senganur Koot road – Sri Chandeeswara Nayanar Arch – right side road 1 Km.
CONTACT
DETAILS :
Mobile
and Landline numbers 93459 82373 and 0435 2457 459, may be contacted for further details.
93/ 39. SRI ARUNA JADESWARAR TEMPLE, THIRUPPANANDAL.
This
is the 93rd Thevara Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and the 39th Sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple. Shiva
came on a palm leaf, hence this place is called Panandal.
( Ambal temple rajagopuram )
Moolavar :
Sri Chenchadaiyar, Sri Thalavaneswarar,
Sri
Jadaathar, Sri Aruna Jadeswarar,
Sri Thalapureeswarar.
Consort : Sri Birukandha Nayagi, Sri Periyanayagi,
Sri
Thaalavaneswari.
Some
of the important features of this temple are........
The
temple faces east with a 7-tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Dwajasthambam, and Rishabam are in a recently built mandapa. In the
sanctum Moolavar is swayambhu.
In
Aasthana mandapam Urthavadhandava moorthy. In
prakaram Subramaniyar, Lakshmi, Panchabootha Lingas, Bairavar, Suryan,
Chandran, Saptha kannis, 63 var /Arupathumoovar.
ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of Sanctum Sanctorum, antarala, and ardha mandapam. Ambal is in a separate Temple with 3 tier Rajagopuram facing east.
HISTORY
The Katrali / complete stone temple was built by King Nakkantharan.
LEGENDS
In Prakaram two male palm trees under that there is Shiva Linga moortham in a slanting position. In 16 pillar mandapam, paintings of Shiva leaning forward to accept the garland from a lady Thadagai. Later Shiva was straightened by Gunguliayakalaya Nayanar.
Lord Shiva of this temple was worshiped by, Brahma, Thirumal, Indiran, Iravatham, Agathiyar, Suryan, Chandran, Adhiseshan, Naga Kannis, Thadagai and Gunguliakalaya Nayanar
HOW
TO REACH :
Buses are available from Mayiladuthurai and Kumbakonam.
CONTACT
DETAILS:
Mobile and landline numbers are 94431 16322 and 0435 245 6047
( Corridor view with sthala vruksham Palm tree )
( Stucco images in front of Mandapam )
( Front Mandapam )
( 7 Tier Rajagopuram )
96/42.
SRI KARKADESWARAR TEMPLE. TIRUNDUDEVANKUDI.
Now
this place is called Nandangkoil/Nandu Koil. This is the 96th Devaram
Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 42nd sthalam on the north side
of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar has sung hymns in praise of
Lord Shiva of this temple.
Moolavar :
Sri Karkadakeswarar ( Karkadam – Nandu )
Consort :
Sri Arumarunthammai, Sri Apoorvanayagi.
Some
of the important features of this temple are.......
The
temple faces east with an entrance arch. Agali around the sanctum. In Koshtam,
Narthana Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Brahma and Durgai. An
ekathala Dravida stone Vimana is on the sanctum. Dwarapalakas in sudhai at the
entrance.
There
are two Ambal sannadhis. Sri Arumarunthammai and Sri Apoorva Nayagi. Ambal
Arumarunthammai was installed by the King of that area after he was cured of a disease.
In
the inner prakaram sannadhi for Dhanvanthiri, Agasthiyar, Kaala Bhairavar,
Suryan, Chandran, Naalvar, Ganapathy, Subramaniyar and Gajalakshmi. Natarajar is of Stucco image.
ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of Sanctum Sanctorum, Antarala, and Artha mandapam. Ekatha Dravida Vimanam is over the sanctum sanctorum. The temple was completely from Adhistanam to Stupi, constructed with Stone called Katrali. The adhistanam is of simple pada bandha adhistanam with 3 patta kumudam. The prastaram consists of Valapi, Kapotam and Viyyala vari. Ashtamangala bas-relief at the entrance of the artha mandapam.
LEGENDS
As per sthala purana Indra worshiped Lord Shiva with 1008 Sengazhuneer flowers /after taking a dip in the theertham. Every day Indra found that one number was short to 1008. Since it happened every day, Indra wanted to check personally. When he was watching a flower was moving through pranala/komukha into the sanctum and a crab was offering the flower to Lord Shiva. Since crab ( Karkadam in Sanskrit is Nandu in Tamil ) worshiped Lord Shiva, the Lord Shiva of this temple is called "Karkadeswarar".
HOW
TO REACH :
Buses
from Mayiladuthurai and Kumbakonam up to Thiruvisanallur and a KM has to walk to
reach this temple.
CONTACT
DETAILS :
Mobile and landline numbers
are +91 99940 15871 and +91 435 200 0240.
( Moolavar Vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi - Stone construction )
( Rajaraja Chozha with his wives - bas-reliefs on the wall )
( Temple complex view )
( Colour full stucco Nataraja with Sivakami )
( Temple front mandapam view )
( Front entrance Arch )
92/ 38. SRI
PRANANATHESWARAR TEMPLE, THIRUMANGALAKUDI.
This is the 92nd Devaram Paadal
Petra Shiva Sthalam and 38th Sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar and Appar have sung hymns in praise
of Lord Shiva of this temple.
( Moolavar vimanam with Chandikeswarar sannadhi )
Moolavar : Sri Prananantheswarar
Consort : Sri Mangalanayagi
Some of the important features of this temple are
.........
The temple faces east with 5 tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Rishabam and Dwajasthambam are in the mukha mandapam. Moolavar is little
taller. Urchavars are Chandrasekar, Mayil vahanan, Naalvar, Pradosha Nayagar. In
koshtam, Dakshinamurthy, Rishbaroodar, Brahma, Durgai.
In prakaram 11 Shiva lingas, Vinayagar, Arumugam,
Gajalakshmi, Bairavar, Two Natarajar.
LEGENDS
A
story – During the Kulothunga-I, period, a minister built this
temple using the people's tax without the knowledge of the king. King ordered
to shear his head and the body was brought to this village ( as per his
wish – to be buried in this place ) he became alive by the blessings of
Ambal.
Sri Kaali, Suryan, Thirumal, Brahma, Agasthiyar worshiped Lord Shiva of this temple. Pancha Mangala Kshetram. ( Mangala vimanam, Mangala Vinayagar, Mangalambigai, Mangala theertham, Mangalakudi ).
It is believed that Navagraha dosha will be removed
after worshiping Shiva at this temple.
HOW TO REACH :
It is in the bus route Kumbakonam –
Kathiramangalam – Mayiladuthurai
CONTACT
DETAILS :
The landline number is 0435 247 0480
( Front Mandapam view )
( Maha mandapam with Kodimaram )
( 5 tier Rajagopuram )
90/ 36. SRI AGNISWARAR TEMPLE ( SUKRAN TEMPLE ), KANJANUR.
This
is the 90th Theevara Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 36th Sthalam
on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Appar has sung hymns in
praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
Moolavar :
Sri Agneeswarar
Consort : Sri Karpagambigai.
Some
of the important features of this temple are..........
The
temple faces east with a three-tier Rajagopuram. Rishabam Dwajasthambam are in a mandapam. A second-level 2-tier
Rajagopuram is at the entrance of Sanctum Sanctorum. Moolavar is swayambhu- a little big in size. In koshtam, Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy, Brahma
and Durgai. Ambal is in a separate
sannadhi in Thirumanakolam/Marriage posture.
In
outer prakaram Mayura Subramaniyar, mahalakshmi and parasu maram. Sila roopam
for Suraikai baktha and his wife.
In
Parakaram sannadhi for Bairavar, Suryan, Saneeswarar, Chandran, Navagrahas,
Naalvar. In Natarajar sabha Natarajar Moolamurthy Thirumeniyil Ambal Sivakami. A
separate Sannadhi for Sukran in parallel with Lord Shiva.
ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of Sanctum Sanctorum, antarala, and ardha mandapam. The ardha mandapam is of Vavvala nethi mandapam, built during Marata's period.
HISTORY
Chozha, Maratas, and Vijayanagara kings period inscriptions are found.
LEGENDS
Mukti Thandavam
danced for Parasuramar. Kal Rishabam ate the grass for poor Anthanar. A Sukran parihara sthalam
HOW TO REACH :
Mayiladuthurai
to Kallanai-bus route- Anjaar Vaathalai- Pandanallur – Kumbakonam salai,
Kathiramangalam from there Thirukodikaval, Kottur Kanjanur.
Bus
from Kumbakonam near Thiruvaduthurai.
CONTACT
DETAILS :
The landline number is 0435 - 247 3737, may be contacted for further details.
( Saptamatrikas are on the arch)
( Front 3 tier Rajagopuram )
91/37. THIRUKOTEESWARAR TEMPLE / SRI KODEESWARAR TEMPLE, THIRUKODIKAVAL.
Now
this place is called Thirukodikaval. This is the 91st Thevaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 37th Sthalam on the north side
of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar and Appar have sung hymns in
praise of Lord Shiva of the temple.
( Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi )
Moolavar :
Sri Kodeeswarar, Sri Kodinathar
Consort : Sri Thripurasundari, Sri Vadivambigai
Some
of the important features of this temple are...
The
temple faces east with a 5-tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Dwajasthambam and Rishabam are in a
mukha mandapam abutting the 2nd level Rajagopuram of 2 tiers. Moolavar on a square avudayar and a little taller. In Koshtam Narthana Vinayagar, Natarajar,
Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Brahma, Ashtabhuja Durgai, Pichadanar, and Agasthiyar. The sanctum outside is like a moat/agazhi style.
In
the inner prakaram, sannadhi for Karaiyetrum Vinayagar, Mayil vahanar,
Sivalingamurthy, Gajalakshmi, Jyeshta devi, Kala bhairava, Suryan, Chandran, Saneeswarar, and Durvasa.
ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of Sanctum Sanctorum, Antarala, and Artha mandapam. Ekathala vesara Vimanam is on the sanctum sanctorum. Mandapam was built around the sanctum sanctroum. The artha mandapam is of Vavvaknethi style.
LEGENDS
As
per Legend Karaikkal Ammaiyar came to this temple through head.
HOW
TO REACH :
The
temple is on the bus route from Kumbakonam to Kathiramangalam.
Mayiladuthurai
to Kathiramangalam via Kuttalam
CONTACT
DETAILS:
The mobile number 94866 70043, may be contacted for further details.
( Temple complex view )
(Bas-reliefs at the entrance wall of Rajagopuram )
(Temple view through Rajagopuram)
( Rajagopuram )
78
/ 24. SRI IYRAVATHESWARAR TEMPLE, AIRAVATESHWARAR TEMPLE, ETHIRKOLPADI - MELA THIRUMANANCHERI.
Now
this place is called Mela Thirumanancheri. This is the 78th Devaram
Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 24th sthalam on the north side
of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Sundarar has sung hymns in praise of Lord
Shiva of this temple.
( Moolavar sannadhi with Chandikeswarar sannadhi )
Moolavar :
Sri Iyrathavatheswarar, Sri Madhyaneswarar
Consort : Sri Suguntha Gunthalambigai, Sri Malar Kuzhal madhu.
Some
of the important features of this temple are .......
The
temple faces west with a three-tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam and Rishabam are
after the Rajagopuram.
In
Praharam Bhairavar, Vinayagar, Shani Bhagavan, Suryan, chandran. Sannadhi for
Vinayagar, Subramaniyar, and Mahalakshmi.
ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of Sanctum Sanctorum, antarala, and artha mandapam.
LEGENDS
The marriage conducted by Lord Shiva to a prince at Thiruvelvikudi was
received by his uncle from this temple after Lord Shiva came out of Sanctum Sanctorum and worshiped Shiva of this temple.
HOW
TO REACH
Bus
from Mayiladuthurai is available via Kuthalam to Thirumanancheri
( Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi )
( Temple complex view )
( 3 tier Rajagopuram)
79/
25. SRI UTHAVAKA NATHASWAMY TEMPLE / KALYANASUNDARESWARAR TEMPLE, THIRUMANANCHERI.
Now
this place is called Keezha Thirumanancheri or Thirumanancheri. This is the
79th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and the 25th Sthalam
on the north side of river Kaveri. This temple has the Thirugnanasambandar
and Appar Devara Pathigam.
( Temple view kodimaram and Rajagopuram )
Moolavar :
Sri Uthvaka Nathaswamy., Sri Arulvallanatha Swamy
Consort : Sri Kohilambal
Some
of the important features of this temple are...
The
temple faces east with a 5-Tier Rajagopuram. Dwajasthambam and Rishabam are between, entrance 5-tier and 2nd
level Rajagopuram. In
koshtam, Pichadanar, Bala Ganapathy, Natarajar, Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar,
Brahma, Ragu, Durgai, and Gangavisarjanar. Ambal is in a separate sannadhi, small in size.
In
prakaram Nalvar, Subramaniyar, Gajalakshmi, Kala bhairava, Saneeswaran, Pachai Nayaki and Pachaiyappa Nathar.
ARCHITECTURE
The sanctum sanctorum consists of Sanctum, antarala, and ardha mandapam.
LEGENDS
Iraivan
as Kalyanasundarar married Ambal as Kohilambigai in this temple and Ambal as a
bride to be watched- young and beautiful with a smile on her face (shy) and
facing down.
This is a Rahu
graha dosha parihara sthalam.
HOW
TO REACH :
Town
bus available from Mayiladuthurai to Thirumanancheri Via Kuthalam.
( Kalyana kola stucco images in the Rajagopuram)
( Rajagopuram front view )
77/ 23. SRI KALYANASUNDARESWARAR TEMPLE.
THIRUVELVIKUDI.
This
is the 77th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 23rd Sthalam
on the north side of the river Kaveri. This temple has got Thirugnanasambandar and
Sundarar Devara Pathikam.
( 3 tier Rajagopuram - backside view )
Moolavar :Sri Gowthageeswarar, Sri Kalyanasundareswarar, Sri Manavaaleeswarar
Consort :Sri Parimala Sugantha Nayagi,
Sri
Kouthakesinarumchanthu Nayagi
Some
of the important features of this temple are.....
The
temple faces east with a 3-tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam and Rishabam are after
the Rajagopuram. In koshtam Lingothbavar, Arthanareeswarar (
different from others – Parvati on the right side – right half ),
Chandrasekar, and Dakshinamurthy.
In
artha mandapam Agathiyar, Natarajar and Vinayagar ( Pillayar is doing prayer for
Lord Shiva's Velvi Completion. The two Bhairavas are facing Moolavar. Stucco images of Kalyana Sundarar and Parvati in a separate Sannadhi look very beautiful.
ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of the sanctum sanctorum, antarala, and artha mandapam. The sanctum sanctorum is on a pada bandha adhistanam with 3 patta kumudam.
HISTORY AND INSCRIPTIONS
Inscriptions of the 1st Parantaka Chozhan period are found.
LEGENDS
As
per archakar, all Navagrahas attended the Velvi, hence there is no separate
sannadhi Navagrahas. During velvi, Dakshan sent birds to disturb, but
dwarapalakas made them as rings and worn as earrings which are not available in
any other temples.
It is believed that Lord Shiva's Marriage Yagna/Marriage Velvi was performed here. For Ambal “Gnana Tharanam” was given in
this temple hence this place is called “Kowthukapanthana kshetram”. Lord Shiva conducted a marriage of a Prince with a girl whose relatives denied the
marriage after the sudden demise of her parents.
HOW TO REACH:
The
temple is near Kuttalam.
Busses are available from Mayiladuthurai to Maharajapuram.
CONTACT DETAILS:
The landline number 04364 - 235 462 may be contacted for further details
( Stucco images are at the entrance of Mandapam )
(Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi )
( Agasthiyar )
( 3 Tier Rajagopuram )
( Beautiful view of Rajagopuram during sunset )
76/
22. SRI ABATHSAHAYESWARAR TEMPLE / AGNIPUREESWARAR TEMPLE, ANNIYUR.
Now
this place is called Ponnur. This is the 76th Thevara Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and the 22nd Sthalam on the north
side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar and Appar have sung
hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
Moolavar :
Sri Aabathsahayeswarar, Sri Virusaranyeswarar,
Sri Agneeswarar, Sri
Pandathaveswarar, Sri Ratheeswarar
Consort : Sri Birukannayagi, Sri Periyanayagi.
Some
of the important features of this temple are .......
The
temple faces east with an entrance arch. Balipeedam and Rishabam are in front
of the sanctum. In Koshta moortham Narthana Ganapathi,
Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Durgai. Ambal is in a separate Sannadhi facing
east. The image of Vinayagar, Sivakami, Aadipoora Amman, Durgai, Asthira devar
in Artha mandapam. There are two Dakshinamurthy and the reflection of the hand can be
seen on the base.
In
outer prakaram Sannadhi for Sidhi
Vinayagar, Sri Valli Devasena Murugan, Mahalakshmi, Navagrahas. Sani
Bhagavan, Suryan, Bhairavar.
ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of Sanctum Sanctorum, antarala, and ardha mandapam. The stucco images of Lord Shiva with Parvati, Murugan, and Vinayagar are at the entrance of the sanctum. An eka tala vesara vimanam is on the sanctum. Kumbha panjaras are in between two koshtas.
LEGENDS
Varunan,
Agni, Suryan, Rathi, and Pandavar worshiped the lord of this temple. Stucco images on the mandapam entrance are to be watched.
HOW
TO REACH :
Buses from Mayiladuthurai to Manalmedu pass through this temple.
8
Km from Mayiladuthurai.
CONTACT
DETAILS:
Ravi
Gurukkal may be contacted for darshan and the mobile number is
9786766995
( Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi)
( Stucco images - worshiping of Lord Shiva )
( Stucco images - worshiping of Lord Shiva )
80/
26. KORUKKAI VEERATTESWARAR TEMPLE. THIRU KORUKKAI.
Now
this place is called Korukkai / Korkai. This is the 80th Devaram
Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 26th sthalam on the north side
of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Appar has sung hymns in praise of lord Shiva
of this temple. This is one of the Atta-Veeratta temples.
Moolavar : Sri Veeratteswarar
Consort : Sri Gnanambigai
Some
of the important features of this temple are......
The
Temple faces eat with a 5-tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam and Rishabam are in front. The sanctum sanctorum consists of
sanctum, antarala, and artha mandapam. In koshtam Durgai, Brahma, Rathi (
Sudhai), Lingothbavar, Dakshinamurthy, Narthana Vinayagar, and Chandikeswarar. Kurungai
Vinayagar sitting on square Avudayar/ peedam.
In
praharam Valli Devasena Subramaniar, Gajalakshmi, Kamathaganamurthy (in folding the left leg, hanging right leg, sitting
posture ) Rathi and Manmadhan.
Sanakatha Munivars idols are near moolavar/ Lord Shiva. A
Pig, elephant, Narasimham, and a man's head moorthy in stucco images.
LEGENDS
The image of Therkabaga Munivar stretching his hands for Ganga Theertham sitting in front of temple theertham. His hands were shortened ( Kurungai ). Later after worshiping Lord Shiva of this temple, his hands became normal.
HOW
TO REACH:
Mayiladuthurai
to Manalmedu bus route – Nidur, reach Kondal, turn left towards “Korukkai”
name board 3 KM after the bridge you can reach the temple.
( Rishaba Mandapam - since there was no power Couldn't take more pictures )
75/ 21. THIRUNEEDUR SOMANATHASWAMI TEMPLE
( ARUL SOMANATHA SWAMY TEMPLE THIRU NEEDUR ).
THIRU NEEDUR - NIDUR.
Now this place is called Thiru Needur. This is the 75th Paadal Petra
Shiva Sthalam and 21st Sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Appar and Sundarar have sung hymns in praise of Lord
Shiva of this temple.
( Back side of moolavar vimanam )
Moolavar : Sri Somanathawami, Arul Somanatha Swamy.
Consort : Sri Aadhithya
Abayaprathambigai,
Sri Vedhanayagi, Sri Veyurutholoammai.
Some of the important features of this temple
are............
Rishabaruder in front of entrance gopuram. The temple faces east with Balipeedam and Rishabam. In Koshtam Narthana Ganapathy,
Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Brahma and Durgai.
In the prakaram Sannadhi for 3 Ganapathi,
Subramaniyar, Shiva lingas, Mahalakshmi, Kala Bhairavar, Munaiyadu nayanar.
Previously abhishekam was not conducted since
Panam is made of mud, now abhishekam is conducted.
ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of the sanctum sanctorum, antarala, and artha mandapam.
HISTORY AND INSCRIPTIONS
Rajathirajan-III
inscriptions are found.
HOW TO REACH :
Just 3 KM from Mayiladuthurai town. Can come by
auto also.
CONTACT DETAILS :
Mobile and Landline numbers 99436 68084, and 04364 - 250 424, may be contacted for further details.
( Moolavar vimanam )
( South side entrance arch )
