The visit to this Sri Bharadwajeswarar Temple was a
part of “Gajaprishta Vimana Temples Visit”, on the banks of the Palar River. This
is one of the Shadaranya Kshetram, in and around Arcot.
The second visit to this Sri Bharadwajeswarar Temple was part of the “Sadaranya Kshetram Visit” around Arcot on January 11, 2026, organised by Rameswaram Travel Agency
This
Sri Bharadwajeswarar Temple at Pudupadi is one of the Shadaranya Kshetras
around Ranipet. During the Puranic period, this place was associated with Soothavanam – Mango Trees.
The Shiva of this temple was installed and worshipped by Bharadwaj Maharishi.
Sl No | Temple | Manivar | Place | Aranyam |
1 | Sri Vasishteswara Swamy Temple | Vasishta Maharishi | Veppur | Nimbavanam – Neem Trees |
2 | Sri Valmikiswarar Temple | Valmiki Maharishi | Melvisharam | Vishavrukshavanam-Ettimaram |
3 | Sri Gauthameswarar Temple | Gautama Maharishi | Karai | Kaarai Vanam – Kaarai trees |
4 | Sri Agastheeswarar Temple | Agasthiya Maharishi | Vannivedu | Sameevanam – Vanni Trees |
5 | Sri Thiruvantheeswarar Temple | Atri Maharishi | Gudimallur | Gudamallikavanam – Koda malli |
6 | Sri Barathwajeswarar Temple | Barathwaja Maharishi | Pudupadi | Soothavanam – Mango Trees |
7 | Sri Kashyabeswarar Temple | Kashyaba Maharishi | Avarakarai (Navlock) | Karai Flowers |
Moolavar : Sri
Bhradwaj Eswarar
Consort :
Sri Dharmasmvardhini, Sri Aramvalartha Nayagi.
Some of the salient features of this temple are….
The temple faces east with Nagar and Rishabam. The
entrance arch is like a mini gopuram with stucco images of Shiva and Parvati as
Rishabarooder, Nandi, Kannappar, and Bharatwaj Maharishi. Moolavar is of
Swayambhu on a round avudaiyar. Rishabam, A pada, Bharatwaj Maharishi, Rishabam, and Bairavar are in the ardha mandapam. In koshtam Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy,
Maha Vishnu, Brahma, and Durgai.
Ambal Dharsamvardhini /Aram Valartha Nayagi is in
a separate sannidhi facing south. Natarajar is on the top of the mandapam, above
the entrance to the Ardha mandapam.
In the praharam, Vinayagar, Sri Valli Devasena Subramaniar,
Nagars, Chandikeswarar, and some loose sculptures of Navagrahas and Maha
Vishnu.
ARCHITECTURE
The temple was built in the Gajaprishta style from
adhistanam to sigaram. The temple consists of the sanctum sanctorum, antarala, and
ardha mandapam. The temple was constructed with stone from adhistanam to
prastaram. The adhistanam consists of jagathy, three patta kumudam, and
pattikai. The bhitti is plain without pilasters. The prastaram consists of
valapi, kapotam, and vyyalavari. A two-tier brick vimanam is on the prastaram.
Stucco images of Shiva, Dakshinamurthy, Maha Vishnu, and Brahma are on the tala
and greeva koshtams. In addition to koshtams, various Hindu deities are on the
talas.
HISTORY AND INSCRIPTIONS
A 10th to 11th Chozha period
inscription is found on the jagathy. Since the temple was reconstructed, a fragment inscription is found only on the adhistanam jagathy. Based on the
style of construction and the Chandikeswarar, the original temple may belong
to the Pallava period; the latter Chozhas extended their contributions. The temple
might have been reconstructed in recent years.
LEGENDS
As per the legend, Ma
Kamakshi playfully closed the eyes of Shiva. The universe has come to a standstill. Angered, Shiva cursed Ma Kamakshi to go to the earth. Ma Kamakshi
did penance for Shri Shiva. Pleased by the penance, Shiva married at
Kanchipuram. To witness the celestial wedding, Maha Vishnu, Brahma, the celestial gods, and all the Rishis and Munis assembled at Kanchipuram. The 6 Maharishis (“ஷட் (Saṭ / षट्)”- Six) (Many claim that Seven Maharishis
worshipped, hence 7 temples are grouped on Shadaranya Kshetram), stayed in 6
forest areas on the banks of the River Palar, established Swayambhu Shiva Lingas
and worshipped. The Shiva Lingas are called in the name of the Maharishis, who established the Shiva Lingas. Hence, all seven temples are called Shadaranya Kshetras.
POOJAS AND CELEBRATIONS
Apart from regular oru kala poojas, special poojas
are conducted on pradosham and Maha Shivaratri days.
TEMPLE TIMINGS
Since the oru kala pooja is conducted, the opening and closing times are unpredictable. Hence, the devotees are advised to contact the
Gurukkal for darshan in advance.
CONTACT DETAILS
The Gurukkal’s mobile number, +919786133957, and the
Arangavalar Mr Balasundaram, +919791279923, may be contacted for further details.
HOW TO REACH
The temple is on the State Highway from Arcot to
Kalavai, Cheyyar, and Vandavasi.
The temple is about 6.3 km from Arcot bus stand, 14
km from Walajah Road Junction, 23 km from Ranipet, 33 km from Vellore, 35 km from
Arani, 36 km from Sholinghur, and 47 km from Kanchipuram.
The nearest Railway Station is Walajah Road
Junction.
LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE: CLICK HERE
Maha Vishnu.
--- OM SHIVAYA NAMA ---
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