28, January 2013
After completion of my Official work at
Thirukadaiyur on Friday 25-01-2013, thought of spending Saturday and Sunday (
26-01-2013 & 27-01-2013 ) to visit Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalangal from
Nagapattinam. I had prepared already the list of temples to be visited from
Nagapattinam and Thiruvarur.
26-01-2013. SATURDAY. DAY -1.
Early morning, it was too dark when I started my
journey from Thirukadaiyur to Nagapattinam. When I reached NAGAPATTINAM,
it was around 07.30 Hrs the temple was just opened for darshan. After dharshan
proceeded to SIKKAL. In Sikkal I expected a lot of crowd in Sikkal
Singaravelan sannadhi, since one day was left for Thaipoosam function. The
crowd was thin than I expected. Had a good darshan and reached Kizhvelur which
is on the way to Thiruvarur. From there I had been to THEVUR. This
is on the way to Thiruthuraipoondi from Kizhvelur.
My next planned temple visit was Koil Kannapur.
When I inquired, the temple people suggested me to go to VALIVALAM and
from there it is easy to go to Koil Kannapur. After completing my darshan at
Valivalam, understood the kanrappur is about 4 KM from Valivalam and there is
no proper bus facility to that village. On seeing disappointment in my face,
Temple Gurukkal advised me to take his cycle and leave the same after darshan.
It was around 14.30 Hrs when I reached Koil Kannapur and the temple was
closed. The Meikavalar on OFF duty ( 15 Days on rotation between two peoples )
advised me to go to ThiruNattiyathankudi first and come back to Koil Kannapur. It
was about 15 KM Journey by cycle and I found very tough. The bag on my back was
also pulling me down. The loneliness also discouraged me a lot. Finally I
knocked the door of the THIRUNATTIYATHANKUDI Temple. The
Gurukkal’s son was kind enough to open the door for me. After darshan returned
back once again to Koil Kannapur and had the darshan.
After returning the bicycle try to reach Thirukkarayil via
Kachanam before 17.30 Hrs to see the abhishekam for Maragatha lingam. It was
too late when I reached. Had the darshan of Sayaratchai and Artha jama pooja.
Closed my day’s darshan and reached Thiruvarur for the night stay.
27-01-2013. SUNDAY. DAY – 2.
As per my schedule there are two temples left out.
Unfortunately both are in opposite directions of Thiruvarur. If I left the
Thirupalli Mukkudal I have spent one more day or I have to make one more
visit to cover the place. Previous night itself collected the bus availability to PEAREYIL and
Thirupalli Mukkudal. It was too early when I reached PEAREYIL and waited
for the temple to open. When I contacted Gurukkal over his mobile, he told that
he will come only by 11.00 Hrs and also he suggested me to have the darshan
with the help of a maligai shop owner, who has the gates keys. Had the darshan
through the grill from Maha mandapam. Returned to Thiruvarur by motor cycle (in
pillion) and bus.
Then I proceeded to THIRUPALLI MUKKUDAL through
Mini bus. Walked 2 KM from the main road and reached the temple.
Fortunately the Temple was open and gurukkal was present. Had the
dharshan and walked once again to the main road.
It was around 11.30 Hrs when I reached Thiruvarur.
Calculated in mind for the next temple’s visit considering the chance of
getting bus to Chennai in the evening. ( Due to three days holidays there was
heavy rush to Chennai from all the places. It was noticed that Peoples are
ready to travel by standing from Thiruvarur to Mayiladuthurai and from
Mayiladuthurai to Vadalur ). Decided to return back to Chennai and boarded a
bus which started by 12.15 Hrs and reached Chennai around 22.00 Hrs. we
had lost about 2 hours at Vadalur due to traffic jam. ( Heavy rush as expected
at Vadalur Thaipoosam and Jyothi darshan ).
Thanks to Lord Shiva for his Darshan in all the
temples and the Gurukkal & meikavalars for helping me for the
dharshan.
199/82. SRI KAYAROHANESWARAR TEMPLE. NAGAI KARONAM / NAGAPATTINAM
Now this place is called as Nagapattinam. This is
the 199th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 82nd Sthalam
on the south side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Moovar has sung hymns in
praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
5 Tier Rajagopuram with Stucco Rishabam Mandapam
Moolavar :
Sri Kayarokaneswarar, Sri Aathipuranar
Consort : Sri Neelayathakshi
Some of the important features of this temple
are….
The temple is facing east with a 7 tier
Rajagopuram. Moolavar is little big and back of Lord Shiva and Ambal are in thirumana kolam. In koshtam
Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Brahma, Durgai,
Arthanareeswarar, Pichadanar. Thiagarajar is a Sundara vidangar. Nadanam is called Baaravaratha ranga nadanam. Arumugasamy
murti is with 12 hands.
In praharam Athipatha Nayanar, Vallabha Ganapathi,
Agora Veerabhadra, Athma lingam, Pillayar, Palani Andavar and Idumban.
In the inner prakaram sannadhi for Suryan, 63var,
Maavadi Pillayar, Vennaipiran, Arunachaleswar, Bhairavar, Gajalakshmi, Navagrahas
and Saneeswarar. In Navagrahas sannadhi all are facing Iraivan in three rows. In
Urchava murti, Pichadanar, Natarajar, Sivakami, Kaatchi kodutha Nayagar.
In the outer prakaram sannadhi for Vinayagar, Arumugar with Valli and Devasena, Kasi Viswanathar, Bhairavar, anukoola
Anjaneyar, Bathrakali Amman, Agora Veerabhadra, Athipatha Nayanar and Azhuhini
Siddhar Jeeva Samadhi.
ARCHITECTURE
The temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, Antarala and artha mandapam. The Rishabam is is made of stucco. Madapams are Vavvalnethi style of construction.
LEGENDS
This is one of the Saptha vidanga sthalam. Lord Shiva gave marriage kola darshan to Agasthiyar. This is the birth place of Athipatha Nayanar.
HOW TO REACH :
Bus and Train available to Nagapattinam. And the
temple is in the heart of the city.
Agora Veerabhadra
Sri Azhugini Siddhar Jeeva Samadhi Peedam
Kannappa Nayanar Story in the Rajagopuram entrance Rajagopuram bas-relief
200/83. SRI
NAVANEETHESWARAR TEMPLE. SIKKAL.
This is the 200th Devaram Paadal
Petra Shiva sthalam and 83rd sthalam on the south side of river
Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar has sung hymns in praise of Lord
Shiva of this temple.
Moolavar :
Sri Navaneetheswarar, Sri Vennai Nathar,
Sri
Vennaichapiran.
Consort : Sri Sathyathaatchi, Sri Vel Nedunganni
Some of the important features of this temple
are……
The temple is facing east with a 7 tier
Rajagopuram. Moolavar little small on square avudayar. In Koshtam Vinayagar,
Dakshinamurthy, Sani Bhagavan, Brahma and Durgai.
In prakaram Vinayagar, 63var, Saneeswarar, in sanctum
wall Vasittar, with his students worship Kamadhenu, Karthigai Vinayagar,
Viswanathar, Gajalakshmi, Arumugar, Bhairavar, Navagrahas, Suryan and Chandran.
A Separate sannadhi for Thiagarajar. Sani
Bhagavan is also in the koshtam along with usual moorthams. Nattukottai Nagarathar’s thiruppani. In the front mandapam pillars Sri Alagappa Chettiar
and his wife's moortham.
ARCHITECTURE
This is one of the Maada Koil and big in size. The temple consists of sanctum Sanctorum, antarala and ardha mandapam. Singaravelar sannadhi is famous in this temple. Kolavamana Perumal is in a separate Temple.
HOW
TO REACH :
This on the bus route Thiruvarur to Nagapattinam.
Dakshinamurthy without Sanagatha munis
Rajagopuram preparing for the kumbhabhishekam
Temple mandapam entrance view
201/84.
SRI KEDILIAPPAR TEMPLE. KIZH VELUR - KEEZH VELUR / KILVELUR
Now this place is
called as Keezh Velur. This is the 201st Devaram Paadal Petra
Shiva Sthalam and 84th Sthalam on the south side of river Kaveri
in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar and Appar has sung hymns in praise of
Lord Shiva of this temple.
Moolavar : Sri Kediliappar, Sri Akshayalingeswarar.
Consort : Sri Sundara Kujambal, Sri Vanamulai Nayagi
Some of the important features of this temple are ………
In the Thiagarajar Sannadhi Vimanam
Dakshinamurthy is Veena Dhakshinamoorthy in sitting posture. Moolavar is
swayambhu and banam is small and avudayar is big. In Koshtam, Vinayagar, Veena
Dakshinamurthy, Brahma, Vishnu and Natarajar.
Stucco Rishabam is very big under a mandapam. Sannadhi in outer
prakaram for Vinayagar, Agasthiyar, Aalungoveeswarar, Gajalakshmi,
Jambukeswarar, Kailasanathar, Bragatheeswarar Annamalaiyar, Ekambareeswarar,
Chozheeswarar, Kalahastheeswarar, Viswanathar and Aalunkoveswarar ( In the form
of balipeedam ). Special poojas are conducted for 5 Vattatthu Amman. Ambal is in a separate temple.
ARCHITECTURE
It is one of the maada Koil built by Ko Chenkat Chozhan with Rajagopuram and a vasantha mandapam. The temple consists of Sanctum sanctorum, antarala and ardha mandapam. The temple was built with stone from adhistanam to stupi.
Kaali is made of stucco, hence only punuku and sambrani thailam is
applied.
LEGENDS
Iraivan gave Pada darshan to Agathiyar. Siva danced here
like Madurai ( Kaal maari Aadiya idam ) Under his feet Agathiyar, Pathanjali,
Viyakrapadar, Brahma ( Playing thaalam ) and Vishnu
( Playing Mathalam). Moortham to be seen.
Adhiseshan, Markandeyar, Murugaperuman worshiped Lord Shiva of
this temple.
TEMPLE TIMINGS:
The temple will be kept open between
07.00 hrs to 12.00 hrs and 17.00 hrs to 19.00 hrs.
CONTACT DETAILS :
Land line number is : +91 4366 276 733
HOW TO REACH :
This is on the bus route Thiruvarur to Nagapattinam.
Sthala Vruksham - Jujubee / Ilanthai tree
202/85. SRI DEVA PUREESWARAR TEMPLE. THEVUR
This
is the 202nd Devaram
Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 85th sthalam
on the south side of river Kaveri, in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar has sung
hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
Moolavar :
Sri Devapureeswarar, Sri Kathali vaneswarar,
Sri Devagurunathar.
Consort : Mathrapashini, Sri Thenmozhiammai
Some
of the important features of this temple are………
The temple is facing east with a Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Dwajasthambam and Rishabam are on the ground level
after the Rajagopuram. Rishabam is in the left side of Rajagopuram
entrance.
In
prakaram 63var, Valampuri Vinayagar, Subramaniyar and Ahalya worshiped Lingam.
In
the base sannadhi for Indra, Murugan, Vinayagar. In the upper level
sannadhi for Somaskandar, Moolavar. Under Dakshinamurthy there is no
Muyalakan. Ambal is in separate temple in standing posture.
ARCHITECTURE
It is one of the Maada koil built by Ko Chenkat Chozhan. The temple consists of Sanctum sanctorum, antarala and ardha mandapam.
LEGENDS
Since Devas worshiped Lord Shiva, the place is called as Thevur. Gouthamar, Viyazha bhagavan, Indra, Kuberan, Suriyan, Viradan with his daughter Uthirai worshiped lord Shiva of this Temple.
CONTACT DETAILS :
Land
line and mobile numbers are 94862 78810 and 04366 276 113
HOW
TO REACH :
On
the way from Keevalur to Thiruthuraipoondi route.
Town
bus from Thiruvarur to Valivalam passes through this place.
Agasthiyar worshiping Shiva in the Artha mandapam
Shiva and Ambal images on the south east corner of the temple in open sky /space
Natarajar sabha mandapam
Temple entrance view after Rajagopuram
3 tier Rajagopuram
238/121. SRI MANATHUNAI NATHAR TEMPLE. VALIVALAM.
This
is the 238th Devaram
Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 121st Sthalam
on the south side of River Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Moovar has sung hymns in
praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
Moolavar :
Sri Idhayakamalanatheswarar, Sri Manthunai Nathar
Consort : Sri Valaiyanganni, Sri Angayarkanni.
Some
of the features of this temple are……
The
temple is facing east with an entrance arch. Lord Shiva is on the “Chenkundrin” top. Rishabam and balipeedam are in front of sanctum sanctorum.
Sannadhi
for Valampuri Vinayagar, Subramaniyar, Lakshmi, Kasi Viswanathar, Navagrahas,
63var, Pidari kovil.
ARCHITECTURE
This is one of the Maada Temple constructed by Ko Chenkat Chozhan. The temple consists of sanctum Sanctorum, antarala and ardha mandapam. A two level Vesara Vimana is on the sanctum.
LEGENDS
The Thevara hymn starts with “Pidiyathan Uru Umai kol’’, belongs to this
temple. Karanama munivar, Suryan, Karikuruvi ( Valiyan ) worshiped Lord Shiva
of this temple.
CONTACT DETAILS :
The land line number is 04366 205 636
HOW TO REACH :
Thiruvarur
to Thiruthuraipoondi bus route via Keevalur.
On the Thiruvarur to Thiruthuraipoondi road we can reach via Pulivalam and
Maavur.
Moolavar and Thiagarajar sannadhi vimanam
Moolavar Vimanam
Temple entrance view after front entrance arch
235/118. SRI MANIKKAVANNAR TEMPLE / RATHNAPUREESWARAR TEMPLE. THIRUNATTIYATHANKUDI.
This
is the 235th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 118th Sthalam
on the south side of river Kaveri, in Chozha Nadu. Sundarar has sung hymns in
praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
Moolavar : Sri Manikkavannar, Sri Rathnapureeswarar,
Sri Kari Naleswarar,
Sri Nattiyathu Nambi.
Consort : Sri Mangalambigai
Some
of the important features of this temple are…….
The
temple is facing east with a three tier Rajagopuram. At the entrance of the
temple sannidhi for kaikaattiya Vinayagar for Sundarar. Balipeedam and Rishabam are after the Rajagopuram. In koshtam
Dhakshinamoorthy, Lingothbavar, and Brahma. Back side of the sanctum Maratha / Nayak period painting.
Sannadhi
for Vinayagar, Murugan, Viswanathar, Gajalakshmi, Navagrahas and Kotpuli
Nayanar.
ARCHITECTURE The sanctum sanctorum consists of sanctum, Antarala and artha mandapam
LEGENDS
Dispute between two brother
for the diamonds is solved by Lord Shiva, hence called as Rathnapureeswarar. Shiva
and Parvathy as farmers gave darshan to Sundarar through Vinayagar, who
pointed his finger the direction of Lord.
This
is the birth place of Kotpuli Nayanar.
CONTACT DETAILS :
The mobile and telephone numbers are
94438 06496 & 04367 237 707
HOW TO REACH :
On
the bus route Thiruvarur to Thiruthuraipoondi get down at Mavur Koot road and
from there The temple is on the way to Vadapathimangalam.
Lingothbavar - Annamalaiyar
Dakshinamurthy with sanagatha munivars
Old wall paintings/mural behind moolavar karavarai
Kattikodutha Vinayagar for Sundarar sannadhi in front of main temple rajagopuram
The 3 tier Rajagopuram
237/120.
SRI NADUTHARIAPPAR TEMPLE, KANTRAPPUR - KOILKANAPOOR.
Now
this place is called as KoilKanapoor. This is the 237th Devaram
Paadal petra Shiva Sthalam and 120th sthalam on the south side of
river Kaveri in Chozha nadu. Appar has sung hymns in praise of lord Shiva of
this temple.
Moolavar : Sri Vasthambapureeswarar, Sri
Naduthariappar,
Sri Nadutharinathar.
Consort : Sri Valli nayagi, Sri Madhumaiammai.
Some
of the important features of this temple are …..
The
Rajagopuram is of 3 tiers. Balipeedam and Rishabam are in an elevated level.
In Koshtam Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy, Brahma and Durgai.
In
prakaram Sannadhi for Vinayagar, Pidari Amman, Subramaniyar, Chandran, Suryan,
Navagrahas, Saneeswarar, Naalvar ( 2 Appar and 2 Thirugnanasambandar –
Manickavasagar and Sundarar are not there. ) and Three Bhairavas.
In
the sanctum base
miniature sculptures of 63var. Nattukottai Chettiar’s thiruppani.
LEGEND
On Moolavar there is scar on the square avudayar. ( There was a story for the
scar – difference of opinion between a Saiva lady and a Vaisnava husband in
worshiping Lord Shiva. Saiva wife worshiped an AAPPU – ஆப்பு ( Wedge ), which is used to tie cattle treating as
Shiva Lingam.
CONTACT DETAILS :
The mobile and land line numbers are +91 94424 59978 and +91 4365 204 144
HOW
TO REACH :
On
the bus route Nagapattinam to Thiruthuraipoondi, Sattiyakudi and from there Athamangalam
then to Koilkanapoor koot road from there 1 KM.
On
the Thiruvarur to Thiruthuraipoondi bus route get down at Mavur Koot road and
from there Maruthur and from there Koilkanapoor koot road and 1 KM
Rishabam and balipeedam are on an elevated peedam
Brahma in koshtam - see the posture - not straight - three panga
Navagrahas with a separate Shani bhagavan on the right side
Three Kaala Bairavas
The three tier Rajagopuram
236/119. SRI KANNAYIRANATHAR TEMPLE. THIRUKKARAYIL - THIRUKKARAVASAL.
Now this place is called as Thirukkaravasal. This
is the 236th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 119th Sthalam
on the south side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar has sung
hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
Moolavar : Sri Kannayiranathar, Sri Kannayiramudayar
Consort : Sri Kailasa Nayagi
Some of the important features of this temple
are….
The temple is facing east. Dwajasthambam, balipeedam and Rishabam are after the entrance. In koshtam Dakshinamoorthy, Mahavishnu,
Brahma and Durgai.
Sannadhi for Sundarar, Vinayagar, Many Shiva Lingas, Maha Vishnu, Arumugasamy, Sarasvathy, Gajalakshmi, Bairavar. Maragatha
Lingam is in the silver pezhai.
ARCHITECTURE
The temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala and artha mandapam.
LEGENDS
In Thiagarajar saba Peruman Aathividangan is
little elevated level. Aasanam is Veerasinga asanam. Nadanam is Kukkuda nadanam.
Opposite to Thiyagarajar saba Moolavar Sundarar sannadhi ( But now the moortham
is kept in front of Thiagarajar ). Urchavar Katchi thantha Nayanar
with Rishabam and Ambal.
Lord Shiva gave darshan to a Thasi, hence Iraivan is called as Katchi Kodutha Nayagar and Gave eyesight to a lady, hence called as Kannayiramudayar.
In Koshtam olai suvadi / Palm leaf in
Dakshinamurthy’s hand. Natarajar and mariamman moortham are in outer
prakaram. To cure eye related deceases Oil ( Thailam ) and Aththi fruit is
given as prasadam in this temple.
CONTACT
DETAILS :
The mobile and Land line numbers are 944 03391 and
04366 247 824
HOW
TO REACH :
On the bus route Thiruvarur to Thiruthuraipoondi,
Thiruvarur to Thirunellikaval town bus passes
through this place.
Frequent buses are available from Thiruvarur and
Thiruthuraipoondi.
Rishabam Mandapam
Dwarapalakar in front of artha mandapam
Dakshinamurthy with sanagatha munivars
231/114. SRI JAGADEESWARAR TEMPLE. PEREYIL/OGAI PERAIYUR.
Now this place is called as Ogai peraiyur, Vengaramberaiyur. This is the 231st Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 114th Sthalam
on the south side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Appar has sung hymns in
praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
The tree tier Rajagopuram
Moolavar :
Sri Jagadeeswarar
Consort : Sri Jagan Nayagi
Some of
the important features of this temple are.....
The
temple is facing east with a 3 tier Rajagopuram. Palipedam and
Nandhi are in the open mukha mandapa. In Koshtam Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar
and Durgai.
Sannadhi
for Karpaga Vinayagar, Murugan, Mahalakshmi, Aiyanar, Suryan and Chandran. The temple tank with lotus is on the left side of the temple.
ARCHITECTURE
The Sanctum Sanctorum consists of Sanctum, antarala and artha mandapam and a mukha mandapam.
HISTORY
Nattukottai Chettiar’s Thiruppani and Sculptures of Valliammai Achi of Muthupattinam, Karaikudi is in the front mandapam.
CONTACT
DETAILS :
The
telephone number is 04367 237 692
HOW TO REACH :On the
bus route Thiruvarur to Mannargudi, after Kamalapuram, Moolangudi from there we
can reach Perayil. From Maavur Road to Vadapathimangalam route
also we can reach this temple.
Town
buses available from Thiruvarur Bus stand and the route nos are 353 (
Thiruvarur to Vikrapandiyam / Kottur and A32 ( Thiruvarur to
Vadivaikkal.
Vinayagar sannadhi & Moolavar vimanam with outer mandapam - Nattukottai Nagarathar thiruppani
Temple entrance view
Temple tank in front of Rajagopuram
203/86. THIRUNETHRANATHAR TEMPLE, THIRUPALLI MUKKUDAL
Now this place is
called as Thirupalli mukkudal or Kuruvi Rameswaram. This is the 203rd Devara
Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 86th sthalam on the south side
of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Appar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of
this temple.
Moolavar : Sri Mukkona Nathar, Sri Nethra Nathar,
Sri Mukkoodal Nathar.
Consort : Sri Anjanatchi Amman, Sri Maimmevu kanni.
Some of the important
features of this temple are….
The temple is facing
east with an entrance arch. In koshtam Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy,
Lingothbavar, Brahma and Durgai. Balipeedam and Rishabam are in front of the
sanctum. There is no Rajagopuram and Dwajasthambam.
Sannadhi for
Vinayagar, Subramaniyar, Gajalakshmi, Suryan & Chandran ( In one
place), Nagar, Bhairavar, Saneeswarar and Sri Valli. Ambal is in a separate
sannadhi, facing east.
ARCHITECTURE
The temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala and ardha mandapam. A two tier Vimanam is over the sanctum.
LEGENDS
Lord Shiva brought Ganga, Kasi and Rameswaram in a single theertham for
Jadayu. In front of moolavar sannadhi Ramar, Jadayu, Vinayagar,
Subramaniyar, Stucco images.
CONTACT DETAILS :
The Mobile and
landline numbers are 98658 44677 and 04366 244 714
HOW TO REACH :
From Thiruvarur Kadai
veethi via reach Kekkarai and from there 2 KM ( The place is called as Ramake
Road)
There are Two mini
Buses ( Thiruvarur to Pallivaramangalam and Pallivaramangalam to Peruntharakudi
via Bus stand ) available from Thiruvarur Bus stand.
Brahma in koshtam
Rishabam and balipeedam on elevated place with Rishabam's head tuned to side to hear our prayers
Suryan and Chandran are nearer to each other.
Sri Subramaniar is in the right side of Rajagopuram niche
--- OM SHIVAYA NAMA ---
