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Sri Hridhayaaleeswarar Temple
Location : Approximately 17 KMs from Dindivanam
Bus facility: Available from Dindivanam
Main Deities : Sivan : Sri Hridhyaaleeswarar

The moolavar of this temple alongwith Sri Nandheeswarar was found lying in the paddy fields. It was found by Mr Muthuvaazhi , who constructed a temple, for which Kumbhabishegam was performed on 30/4/2009. At present, pooja is being performed only once everyday.

Special features :
1. This temple is known to offer solutions to all types of heart ailments. Performing abhisegam with curd to Sri Hridhayaaleeswarar is said to cure all types of heart diseases.
For more details : Mr Muthuvaazhi ( 90473 89214 )

Location : In Chennai – Kolkatha National Highway, approximately 7 KMs from Kaaranodai.
Bus route : Buses are available from Chennai High Court Stop and Koyambedu. Route No. 58 H. Autos are available from Karanodai village.
In this village, there are two temples. One is Lord Siva temple and the other is Lord Rama temple, located over a hill, a rare sight to watch.

1. SRI VARAMUKTHEESWARAR TEMPLE
Main Deities : Sivan : Sri Varamuktheeswarar
Ambal : Sri Kamakshi Amman

This temple in nearly 1,000 years old. Since both Swami and Ambal are facing the East direction, it is known to offer solutions for the obstacles in getting married. One has to light ghee lamps in this temple for 12 Fridays and offer prayers to get rid of all obstacles in marriage. Sri Vinayagar, Sri Murugan, Sri Dakshinamoorthy, Sri Durga and Sri Brahma statues are found in the outer wall of the sanctum sanctorum of this temple. Separate sannathis for Sri Bhairavar and Sri Chandigeswarar are also present. On the first day of every Chithirai month, rays of Lord Surya is said to fall on the Moolavar.At present, one time pooja is being performed in this temple. Previously Pradhosha Pooja was celebrated but due to reasons unknown, it has been discontinued.

Kanathur, about 10 KM from Kalpakkam and 2 KM from Koovathur, is blessed with two siva temples. The Siva lingams are in the open. Sri Vinayagar idol is in a damaged position . Jeshta Devi, the godess of sleep and wealth is also seen. The sacred name of the Lord is not avaailable. There is no traace of Ambal. Only in two days of a month, that is on the Pradosham days, the temple is worshipped. There is a sacred tank nearby in front of the tenmple.

If one perform abhishegam to the Lord here with plain water, fear from enimies and evil forces will be removed by His graace.

Another siva lingam is found under a tree. Devotees who want to visit this place has to deboard at Koovathur in ECR road For more details contact Mr Kumaresan-9751736775, Mr. Prabhakar-9940629122, Mr. Harikrishnan-9626107659.

SRI KARIYAMANICKA PERUMAL TEMPLE
King Krishnadevaraya who ruled this area built a vaishnava temple. The moolavar, called sri Kariya Manicka perumal in a granite temple is showering His blessings at Seyyur, a small town about 30 KM from Mathuranthagam Here pujas are performed according to Vaikanasa Agamam.

The Goddess is Sri Perunthevi Thayar. There is a copper plate about this temple, available in Kannimera library, Chennai. The flag mast of this temple was installed in the year 1825. This information is inscribed in a gold coin. There are separate shrines for Sri Perunthevi Thayar and Sri Andal in the prakaram. Many stone inscriptions are seen on the wall. All usual festivals are being performed here. On Vaikunda Ekadasi day, Perumal is taken around the temple in wooden car. The temple is opened twice a day. There is a sacred pond called Chettikulam.

In front of this temple there is a Hanuman Shrine. For those whose marriages could not be held for many reasons, can pray Lord Hanuman here for 7 to 9 weeks with curd rice, their ambition will be fulfilled. For educational progress Vadai Malai to Lord Hanuman is the ideal solution. For more details contact Mr Muralidhara Battachariyar-9787581323. To reach here many buses are available from Mathuranthagam, Chengalpattu and Chennai.

SRI VALMIGANATHAR TEMPLE

The 2000 year old temple, one among the temples situated at Seyyur town, near ECR road, is built with rock stones. It is said this temple is equivalent to Kasi. The temple walls contain various inscriptions depicting the history of the Shrine. Siva here named as Sri Valmiganathar was not sculpted but originated naturally.

Siva`s consort Sri Parvathy Devi, here is called Sri Mukthambigai. Instead of Pasam and Angusam, here the deity has lotus and blue lily in Her hands. Inprakaram, there are shrines for KasiViswanathar, Vedagiriswarar, Venugopalar, Vinayagar, Valli Devasena Murugan. Gajalakshmi, Suriyan, Bairavar. Inside the Mandapam, before the shrine of Lord Siva Dwara Palar statues called Kamugan and Sudegan are sculpted with artistic beauty.On each pillar of the mandapam consists of various sculptures such as Manuneedhi Chozhan, Siruthonda Nayanar, Sri Gauthama Magarishi, Ambal Agni Thapas, Magameru, Rasi Square etc. The sacred tree is Vilvam, and a holy pond is also nearby.

Usual sivalaya festivals are being celebrated here except the Bramma urchavam which was celebrated long back, now stopped. It is believed this temple is the specific place to perform pariharams for those born in Uthiram Star. For more details contact Mr. KAE Raja-9443173571.

The Siva Temple in Mannivakkam is very ancient, around 1100 years old. The temple was built with boulders. The Presiding deity facing east, is called Sri Manneeswarar. The Goddess nzame is Sri Maragathambigai. Besides Lord Siva, with five goshta sannathis around the prakaram, there are shrines for Vinayagar, Murugan, Suriyan, Chandran, Bhairavar and Navakiraham.

The Temple history says, the king Kulothunga, reigning from Kanchipuram came to this forest area to annihilate crude animals, giving lot of problems to the people around here. The Lord appeard in the dream of the king and ordered to build a temple near Padappai lake. At the request of the king, Nandhikeswarar took part in the war against the enemies of the king. The Lord ordered Nandhi to moniter the enimies. Hence, unusually here Nandhi is facing the entrance of the temple. The God of death, Yama is eventoday coming to the tmple in the form of a serpant and worship the Lord.

By offering milk abhishegam to the Lord here all types of ailments are cured.

Mannivakkam is just 8 KM from Tambaram, situated in Vandalur-Kanchipuram road. Several busees are available from Thambaram to this place. For more details contact Mr. Jothimahaingam-7871566106, Mr. Thiyagarajan-9841161650, Mr. Narayanan-9710422954. Temple timings 7 to 10 am, 5.30 to 7 pm

AAPPUR NITHYAKALYANA PRASANNA VENKATESA PERUMAL

Aappur village is about 7 KM from Singaperumal koyil. Here is a temple dedicated to Perumal, at the top of a hill called Aushathagirii, a small particle of Sanjeevi Hill, when Hanuman lifting the Sanjeevi hill. There are 500 steps to reach the top. The Lord`s nam e is Sri Nithyakalyana prasanna venkatesa perumal. He is having Thayar Mahalakshmi in his chest. So both the Lord and Goddess are adorned with saree. Perumal is in standing posture. The temple well atop the hill never went dry. It is said that many Siddhas have done Thapas here and attained liberation.

Those who have obstacles in getting married have to worship the Lord and circumambulate 5 times the shrine. By doing this they will get married and after marriage the couple should visit the temple and do abhishegam to the Lord.

The temple is open 8 to 9.30 am during week days and 8 to 11.30am on Sunday. Aappur is situated on Singaperumalkoyil –Sriperumputhur road. For contact Sri Raman Battar-9952110109, Mr. Santhanam-9443555338, Mr. Ravichandran-9840091587.

A good old temple, about 1800 years old exists in Sathirapakkam village, about 6 KM from Singaperumalkoyil. The presiding deity Sivan is called Sri Vaidheeswarar and Goddess is Sri Thaiyalnayagi. The temple is of Pallava dynasity.
It is famous for special ablution. Devotees throng the temple for various favours, such as getting rid of mental illness, couples without child come to the temple and offer special prayers to get child birth.
There are separate shrines for Kanni Moolai Ganapathy and Sri Subramanyar. The temple is open once in a day. There is a sacred pond nearby and thala virutcham is Vilvam. The village is in Singperumalkoyil- Venpakkam road and one can come by bus from Singaperumalkoyil-Venpakkam bus and get down here. Contact Mr. Sethu Iyer-9444075856, Mr. Ravi-7871627205, Mr.Rajarajan-9444181675.

Thimmavaram village, about 2 KM from Chengalpattu is the abode of Sri Vaitheeswarar. Ambal Sri Thaialnayagi is also called as Sri Padavettamman. This small temple attracts many devotees with illness of various kind come to the temple and are cured of their ailments. Childless couple also flock to this temple for favour of child birth. Temple sacred pond is nearby. The temple is open once in a day. For more details contact Thiru Ashok-9786977574. Temple is open from 7 am to 10 am.

The 1300 year old Siva temple here is 7 KM from Vandalur, near Chennai. The Lord is known as Sri Vridhagiriswarar and the Goddess by name Sri Vridhambigai. The temple which had three praharams once now has only one praharam. The Lord has to be seen by a hole on the wall. The Sivalingam is installed on a squarebase. Since the physical deformities are cured by the grace of Lord, the village is called Unamanchery. A pallava king who was suffering from excruciating stomach pain was cured of the pain after he worshipped the lord here. This anectode is described in a copper plate found in Ramar temple of this village. On the tamil month of Thai first day, the sun rays fall on the sivalingam, in the morning time. For details contact Thiru Murthy Sivachariyar-81249 49696, Thiru Viswanathan-98412 87775, Thiru Rajendirakumar-95663 87667. Bus services Tambaram- Oonamanchery (118A)Bus stop Kolappakkam.

Kolappakkam is 3 KM from Vandalur and here, Sri Agasthiswarar temple exists.Ambal is called Sri Periyanayagi. The Lord was adored by Nayanmars. The Sivalingam was once under a mud and temple was constructed in 2003. Goddess can be seen through a hole. Saint Agasthiyar installed the lingam and performed pujas. There is no Navagraha sannadhi in this temple. The special feature of this temple is at the end of Sivarathiri 4th stage pujas, sun rays fall on the Sivalingam. Ilupai and Vilvam are the sacred trees of this temple. There is a big tank called Bramma Theertham infront of the temple. One can come here by bus from Tambaram -Thirupporur((55D, 515, 55G, 555). For more details contact Thiru Ramkumarsivam-9841724234, Thiru Rajkumarsivam-9940073127, Thiru Devadoss-9884710199.

The Siva temple at Othivakkam village, has many interesting features in its fold. The main deity Sri Othisvarar and Goddess Sri Thayalnayagi have been installed by Raghu Bhagawan according to temple legend. The temple is about 1800 years old. The inscription on the otherhand notes that the deity is Sri Vidupattiswarar and Goddess Sri Maragathambigai. One Mrs. Shanthiammal is doing all pujas of the temple as ordered by Palani Sakkadai Siddhar and Kanakkanpatti Alukkumoottai swamigal. Another peculiar fact about this temple is that three trees, namely Banyan,Palm and Bhodhi comprise the sacred tree of the temple. Any stolen or misplaced articles of value can be relocated, if the owner come to this temple and offer prayer to the Lord. Even today many Siddhas in the form of wasps come to this temple to have dharshan of the Lord. During milk abhishegam to Lord, it turns into blue in colour. Bus services from Guduvanchery to Kumizhi are available. For contact Mr.Marimuthu-94487 90538, Mrs. Shanthi-98419 08827, Mr. Parthasarathy-9710539246.

Pandur is a small village situated 8 KM from Guduvanchery on Kottamedue road. The village people found an ancient Sivalingam and a Ambal staue in a open place and placed under a shed. The name of the Lord is Sri Kailasanathar and Ambal is Sri Vandarkuzhali. The people of this village offer daily pujas to the deities. Both Sivan and Ambal shrines are facing northern direction. There is a temple pond nearby. For those affected by the Sani Doshams can get relief by praying to the Lord here. To reach here buses are available from Guduvanchery (555N, 55R ,60K,VM,Murugan)For more details contact Mr. K. Yuvaraj-9841939444, Mr. Dhanasekar-97100 82341,Mr. M. Vedagiri-95001 74491.

The Siva temple at Kayarambedu, 3 KM from Guduvanchery, has many inscriptions of king Rajaraja Cholan. The inscriptions depict the various donations given by the king to the Lord. The temple which once dilapidated was rebuilt some 25 years back by Mr. Manicka Nayakar of Chennai. The Main deity Sri Thiruvageeswarar and Goddess Sri Karpagambal, both facing the eastern direction. The temple mask with only the base is remaining. The big pond of the temple shows that float festival had been taken place long ago.
Those who are in death bed will be saved by the grace of Lord, if their kin come here and worship. Similarly marriages that are not fructified will come to a happy ending by the Lord at this temple.
For further details contact Mr. Ravichandran-9841404771. Buses from Guduvanchery, and Tambaram are available.

The miraculous spectacle of a serpent worshipping Lord Siva is taking place every day at Nandivaram Sri Nandeeswarar temple. The temple is nearby Guduvanchery bus stand. The Sivalingam is a suyambu murthy and erected on a square base. The Goddess is called Sri Soundaryanayagi. The temple has two corridors. The consecration was last held on 4th January, 1998. In olden days many Siddhars held poojas to the deity. There are shrines for Vinayagar, Valli Devasena Subramanyar, Chandikeswarar, Bhairavar, Veerabathirar, Suriyan, Chandiran along with koshta devathas in the inner corridor.

The temple legend describes the rare phenomenon of cows showering milk on a mud mount. The villagers dug the mount and to their surprise found the Sivalingam inside the mount. The cut mark is still visible on the lingam. From the time onwards regular poojas were performed to the deity. A saint called Gnaanaguru swamigal who was worshipping the Lord was entombed near the temple after his death. The Goddess is enshrined in the main hall of the temple. Even today a serpent is coming daily and worship the Lord. The sacred pond called Nandhi Theertham has divine power of healing all diseases and removing sins if devotees bathe in the pond and worship the Lord.

The temple is open in the morning 6 to 12 and evening 4.30 to 8.30. For details contact Mr. Suresh-89405 69644, Mr. Dharmalingam-8939651148, Mrs. Umadevi-9841642707.

Kalivanthapattu village has a temple of yore which tells many tales. Lord Siva here is called Sri Karkadeswarar and ambal is clled Sri Karkadanayagi.Once two demons called Vilvalan and Vathapi tortured, killed many innocent people and saints. Sri Kakabujandar and Sri Bhogar Maharishi prayed Lord Siva to put an end to their atrocities by destroying them. Upon this, Lord Siva in the form of a youth with a bow and arrow came to this place and killed Vilvalan. Vathapi taking the shape of a cancer hid himself in a hole. The Lord demolished the hole and killed Vathapi. Vathapi at the time of death requested Lord Siva to grant him a boon so that people who worship the Lord here should be get rid of Sani Dosham and Kali Dhosham. The Lord granted the boon he sought for. The temple was renovated during the period of King Sambuga. AfterwardsThe Pallava king on the order of Padavedu Sri Renuka Devi also renovated the temple by using the ash like sand here. The temple pond is well maintained by the villagers. The temple is renovated recently by the villagers and the consecration took place on 29.06.2015. To reach here buses are available from Thambaram(115) and Guduvanchery(mini bus). For more details contact Mr. Hariharan-94448 75638, Mr. . Appa Sharma-99520 18974, Mr. Ganesan-93809 11017

Singaperumalkovil, also called Padalathripuram is on the GST road near Chengalpattu. The Narasimmar temple here is carved out of a rock. The main deity called Sri Ugra Narasimma Perumal is embossed on a rock surface. Sri Narasimmar after destroyed Hiranyakasibhu came to this place washed His blood stained hands in the sacred pond and blessed the Bhakthas. Unusually Sri Narasimmar has three eyes, one on the forehead. In Brammanda Puranam, this temple is described in detail. Goddess here is called Sri Ahobhilavalli Thayar. Going rounbd the temple considered to invoke the blessing of the Lord. Like Siva temples, Pradosham is celebrated here and it is considered to be very auspicious to have dharshan of the Lord during the Pradosham time, that is 4.30 to 6.00 PM. During that time the Lord is bathed with the sacred waters. Sri Andal, Sri Ramanujar, Sri Lakshminarasimmar, Sri Garudazhvar are other deities in the temple. The temple is open in the morning 7 to 12.30, and evening from 4.30 to 8.00. The sacred tank is called Suddha Pushkarani. The sacred trees are Azhinjil, which is connected with Manthra Upasans and Parijatham. All buses from Chennai to Chengalpattu will stop here. For contact Mr. Gopalakrishnan Bhattachariar-9380114686.

Settipunniyam village, about 3 KM from Mahindra City, near Chengalpattu is the holy abode of Sri Varatharaja Perumal. The presiding deity is in a standing posture with Sridevi and Bhoodevi. Urchavar is Sri Devanathaperumal. Goddess Sri Hemapjavalli Thayar is enshrined in a seperate shrine. Here Lord Hayagreevar, the god of wisdom is in a meditating posture having the counch and disc in His hands. Besides there are Sri Andal, Sri Seetha Lakshmanar sametha Ramar, Sri Ramanujar, Sri Desikar, Sri Nammazhvar and Sri Anjaneyar also enshrined in the temple. It is very special to have darshan of Sri Hayagreevar on Wednesday, Thursday and Thiruvonam. Honey is offered to the Lord in this temple. Lord Hayagreevar and Sri Devaraja Perumal were brought from Thiruvahanthipuram in 1848 AD, for reasons unknown. Vaikunda Ekadasi and Hayagreeva jayanthi are important festivals celebrated here in a grand manner. The temple is open in the morning and evening. For details contact Office Manager-8675127999, 9942993770. To reach here buses are available from Tambaram(60C) and share autos are from Singaperumalkovil.

The Siva temple in Thirukachur village, aboout 3 KM from Singaperumalkovil is about 2000 years old. The flag mast of the temple is made of stone. Lord Siva is called Sri Maruntheeswarar and Goddess Sri Irulneekki Amman. The temple was renovaed by Kulothunga Chola I. Here Chandikeswarar has four faces. Two medicinal plants, Palai and Athipalai were converted into a potent medicine by the grace of Irulneekki ambal and with that Deventhiran was cured of his dicease as advised by Sri Narada Maharishi.Lord Siva himself begged food for His devotee Saint Suntharamurthy Nayanar. The saivite saint Sundarar has sung in praise of the Lord here. The hillock is full of medicinal plants, and going round the hill on full moon day is beneficial to cure various ailments. The temple has also a holy theertham called Aushada theertham. Here Vinayagar is called Gnana Vinayagar. Other shrines are Sri Subramanyar, Koshta devathas, Chandikeswar, Bhairavar. Temple timings, morning 8.00 to 12.00 and evening 5.00 to 7.30. For contact Mrs Karpagam-99764 16837.Autos are available from Singaperumalkovil.

Thirukachur village, nearly 3 KM from Singaperumalkovil has another famous temple of antiquity. Here the Lord is called by several names like Sri Maruntheeswarar, Sri Kachapeswarar,Sri Virunthitta Eswaran and Sri Thiyagarajar. Godess is called Sri Anjanakshi. The granite temple was built by Kulothunga Cholan, shaped the sanctum like elephant back. The Lord here is said to have begged from the people of the village and gave a feast to Saint Sundaramurthy Nayanar. Sri Sundarar praised the glory of the Lord by his enchanting songs. Sri Anjanakshi ambal has a Srichakra in front of Her precinct. Sanakathi Maharis worshipped the Lord here. Sri Mahavishnu in His "Koorma Avathar" performed special pujas to the Lord here. The temple is one of the three "Upayavida Thalangal" where Lord is in a dancing posture. Asper the inscription found in the temple here the Lord is dancing in "Natta Vinotha Natanam".The other two temples are Thiruvotriyur and Thiruvanmiyur. Here honey abhishekam is very famous. Sri Mahavishnu has created the Somaskandar idol here. Theertham is called Koorma Theertham which is a sacred pond created by Sri Mahavishnu. The temple tree is Banyan tree which has no branches touching the ground. The temple is also called as "Alakkoyil" All of the festivals are celebrated here including Brammotsavam. For more details contact Thiru Muralidhara Gurukkal- 94453 56399. For further details, contact Ms PM Lalitha-95660 17168, 97898 21214.

Thiruvadisoolam, formerly called Thiruidaichuram, is the abode of Sri Gnanapuriswarar. The temple full of granite stones was built by Pallava kings. The Lord here is "Swayambu" facing east. In the inner sanctorum there are many shrines like Vinayagar, Valli Devasena Murugan, Chandikeswarar, Bhairavar, Nardhana Vinayagar, Dakshinamoorthy, Mahavishnu, Brahma, Durgai, Suriyan and Navagragam. Ambal Sri Imayapadakodiyamman shrine is facing south. Saivite saint Thirugnanasambandar visited and prayed the Lord with his hymns calling Him "Idaichuranatha". Hymns were also rendered by the poet saint Sekkizhar. In the outer prakaram, there are shrines for Brammandeswar, and Brammandeswari. One more Siva sannadhi facing west is also in the prakaram. Honey abhishegam here is very special. The abhishega honey will cure all types of ailments.

This famous temple is situated near Chengalpattu on Thirupporur road. All buses from Chengalpattu to Thirupporur will stop here. The temple is open 7.30 to 11.30 in the morning and 4.30 to 6.30 in the evening. For contact Mr. Chellappa Gurukkal-94449 48937.

There is a Shiva temple in Kattankolathur, near Chengalpat, about a quartr kilometer from the railway gate on the western side. The Lord known as Sri Kalathiswarar is a suyambu lingam. The Goddess is Sri Gnanambigai. She is depicted as if riding on a lion. The temple is fully of granite stones Unusually there is a Vinayagar idol by the side of the Goddess. In the 16 pillar mandap there are Selva Vinayagar, Murugan with His consorts, Kalabairavar, Suriyan, Sani, Raghu and Kethu.
The serpent on the neck of Lord Siva is said to have fallen on three places. One in Kalahasthi in Andra and the other in Kattankolathur. The third place consists of Thirunageswaram, Thirupammayur, and Keezhperumpallam in Nagai district of Tamilnadu. So this place is called Kalahasthi of the south. This temple is famous for Raghu Kethu Parikaram. Sarpadosha Pujas are performed on every Sunday between 4.30 and 6 during the Raghu kalam period.
The temple is open twice in a day. Morning 7 to 9.30 and evening 5.30 to 7.30. For details contact Mr. Lakshmanan-94452 86005. Plenty of train and bus services are available to reach here.

Thirupulivanam village is situated 5 KM from Uthiramerur, Kanchipuram district, where a ancient Siva temple exists. This temple is about 1500 years old built by a Pallava King. The temple is fairly a big one with two prakarams, built in granite stones. The presiding deity is called Sri Vyagrapuriswarar and His consort is called Sri Amirthagujambal. The Sivalinga is a suyambu placed on a lotus peetam, with marking of tiger foot prints and Jadamudi. Maharishi Vyagrapathar worshiped the Lord here in the form of tiger and hence the Lord is praised as Vyagrapuriswarar and the place is called Thirupulivanam. In front of the sanctum santorum there is a pit on the ground and it is belived that there is a tunnel to Kanchipuram and Uthiramerur. Majestic Dwara Balakas are seen at the entrance. There is a separate structure for Ambal Sri Amirthagujambigai facing south direction. Many stone inscriptions are on the wall of the temple. Beautiful figures of Narasimma, Arjunan Thapas, Vyagrapuri rishi poojas, Vinayagar, Murugan, and many more siddhas are engraved on the walls. This temple is very famous for hosting Lord Dakshinamurthy in the form of Ardhanareeswarar. He is seated with one leg on a lion and another leg on Muyalagan, and praised as Raja Yoga Dakshinamurthy. A wonder in this temple is that the rays of sun during Uthirayanam and Dakshinayanam period fall on the wall behind the Sivalingam without its shadow. The sanctum sactorum is built as Gaja Brishta style(semi circle) with five goshta devathas. There are shrines for Vinayagar, Valli Devasena Samedha Arumugar, Chandikeswarar, Bhairavar and Navagrahams. A separate shrine is built on the Jeeva Samadhi of Sri Vyagrapatha Maharishi, in the outer prakaram.Vilvam is the sacred tree of this temple. Temple tank is called vyagra threertham.

Temple timings, morning 8.00 to 10.00 and evening 5.00 to 7.00. For more details contact Mr. Gunasekara Gurukkal-94452 21236, Mr. Santhosh Gurukkal-94430 61481, 98970 00857. This temple is situated on Kanchipuram-Uthiramerur Keezh road and well connected by bus services.

KADAMBARKOIL (Pithru dosha Parihara thalam)

The temple is situated on the banks of the river Cheyyar. In this place the river is flowing as UTHIRA VAHINI ((towards northern direction). This sthalam is considered equal to Kasi. Sri Kadambanatha Swamy is Swayambu murthy.This temple is known for rituals to our forefathers To emphasis this an incident was quoted. A brahmin with the ashes of his dead father went in pilgrimage to Kasi with the intention of immersing the ashes in Ganges. When he reached Kadambarkoil, it was time for his evening rituals. So he placed the pot containing ashes on the banks of the river and started doing sandhiya vandanam. Suddenly he was able to smell jasmine fragrance from the pot.Curiously he opened the pot and to his surpirse the ashes were turned into jasmine flowers. Then he heard a voice from the Heavens, that Kadambarkoil is better than Kasi. From then onwards, this temple is flocked by those performing ஈமச்சடங்கு

Maharishi Kashyabar worshiped the Lord here. Saint Thirugnanasambandhar praised the Lord here by his divine songs.

Ambal name is Avudayanayagi. Vinayakar, Murugan, Dhashinamurthy, Durgai, Chandikeswarar sannithis are there. Sthala Virutchem is Kadamba tree. Regular pujas are performed and it is kept open from 8 to 12 in the morning and 5 to 8 in the evening. The pujas are conducted by Sri Kannan Gurukkal whose phone number is 9655035503. Buses are available from Kancheepuram to Uthiramerur via Makkarai and stopping is Venkachery. From there the temple is half a kilometer.

For contact Mr. N K Rajasekaran-9789700447, 9443643434, Mr.Kannan Gurukkal-9655035503.

Azhichur is a small village in Kanchipurm District, 9 Kms away from Uthiramerur. In this village, one can find a small but beautiful Temple , situated on the southern banks of Cheyyar river. Moolavar is called Sri Arulaleeswarar and Ambal is called Sri Ambujakujambal. Other deities are Sri Mangala Vinayakar, Murugan with Valli and Devasena, Bhairaavar, Lakshminarayanar and Nandhiswarar.

Significance of this temple

• Sri Agasthia maharishi daily visits this temple.
• Moolavar is made of Azhinjil tree.
• Sri Lakshmi Narayana Perumal is near the sanctum sanctorum of Sri Arulaleeswarar.

When we see the Nandheeswarar of this temple, we get the impression of looking at a bullock taking rest under the shade of a tree, after having a full meal. It was designed in such a beautiful way that it will capture the eyes of any onlooker

Accordiing to the various inscriptions available in the temple walls, we come to know that the temple was constructed in the year 1122 AD, during the rule of Sri Vikrama Cholan. This temple remained a famous one, all the rituals and daily poojas being performed regularly. As days passed by, due to continous invasions by rebel armies and non-maintenance, it got damaged, lost its significance and today, it remains in a very dilapidated condition.

Very recently, the temple vimana also got damaged and fell down. The whole temple area is surrounded by bushes and trees. It is very difficult for any visitor to enter the temple and offer prayers. Good news is that efforts are being taken to renovate the temple. Those wish to contribute both physically and financially for this noble cause may contact the following address.

Arulmigu Arulaleeswarar Temple Thiruppani Kuzhu ,Azhichur Village, Uthiramerur Taluk, Kanchipuram District. Contact Nos. 99766 29446, 96261 90788, 93826 30359. Donations may also be directly sent to :   State Bank of India, Uthiramerur Branch.  Account No. 31508986336

    

    

ILANAGAR SIVAN TEMPLE

A sivalinga made of mud in a temple is located in Ilanagar village, 13 KM from Uthiramerur. The name of the Lord is Sri Udayapuriswarar. Ambalis is called Sri Udayambigai. This temple has five koshta sannadhies along with Vinayagar, Subramanyar and Chandikeswarar. There are two Nandhi idols in front of the presiding deity. This ancient temple was consecrated some 15 years back.

If any one comes to this temple and pray for normal delivery, she will be able to give birth without any complication, by the grace of God.

Ilanagar village is well connected by bus services from Kanchipuram(T 34, A27). For details contact Mr. Murugan-96262 20791

  

MANAMPATHY SIVAN TEMPLE

Unemployed persons can get good job,
if they pray the Lord with Vilva garland
regularly. Those needing promotions in
their profession also will be
benefited, by the grace of Lord.

Sri Vana Sundareswarar temple with ambal Sri Periyanayagi is situated in Manampathy village, about 12 KM from Uthiramerur on Vandhavasi road. This ancient stone temple is dating back 1200 years old during Chozha reign. It was called VanavanMadevi Chathurvedhi Mangalam naming after the mother of Rajaraja Chozha. The temple has a five tier Raja gopuram, Kodimaram, nandhi mandapam, Thuvara Balar sannadhi. There is also a temple tank in the outer prakaram, called Indira Thhertham. It is believed that Devendira worshiped the Lord here. In the inner prakara, there are shrines for Vinayagar, 63 Nayanmars, Subramanyar, Chandikeswarar, Bhairavar, Suriyan and Navagragams. The sanctum sanctorum is built in a semi circle style. The sacred tree of this temple is Magizhamaram.

Daily three time pujas are performed here. Thai Poosam festival is very famous here. Deities from nearby temples are taken out and come here and give dharshan to the devotees. Similarly on Masi Magam day 10 deities of nearby temples used to come here and give dharshan to the devotees. Kanda Sasti is also very famous at this temple. Six days festivals are celebrated in a grand manner and concluded with Valli Kalyanam.

To reach here number of buses are coming to Manampathy from Chennai, Uthiramerur, Chengalpat and Vandhavasi. For contact Swaminatha Gurukkal-044 27293013.

  

Worshiping the Lord here will
help removing obstacles and
facilitate marriage. Also people
in severe debt burden will
be relieved of their burden, if
they come and pray the Lord

THAMMANUR SIVAN TEMPLE

Thammanur is a village, about 4 KM from Walajabad in Kanchipuram district, where an ancient temple cries for attention. This temple is surrounded by lush green paddy fields. The presiding deity is made of sand emerged as suyambu and called Sri Ekambareswarar. His consort is called Sri Kamakshi. The sannadhi of Sri Ekambareswarar is facing west and ambal is facing south. Pujas are perfomed twice daily. There is a temple pond in front of the temple. All festivals pertained to Siva temple are performed here. Once teppa urchavam was here but not now. The temple has five koshta sannadhies, Arumugar, Vinayagar, Chandikeswarar, Suriyan, Bhairavar and Navakragams. It is time to take efforts for the renovation of the temple. This temple is well connected by road and buses from Kanchipuram are coming to this place. Autos are available in Walajabad to reach here. For contact Rajagurukkal-94436 04087.

    

    

KAVANTHANDALAM SIVAN TEMPLE

After a 12 KM ride from Walajabad of Kanchipuram district, there is a village called Kavanthandalam, where a 1300 old Shiva temple exists. The presiding deity called Sri Choleeswarar was installed by Sri Kashyapa Munivar. Ambal is called Sri Suntharambal. The temple is fairly a big one consisting of two prakarams. In the inner prakaram, there are shrines for vinayagar,Subramanyar, Koshta murthies, Natarajar, Chandikeswarar. Outer prakaram houses Kodimaram, nandhi mandapam, Vinayagar, Valli Devasena sametha Subramanyar, Bhairavar and Navagragams. Legend has it that Sri Kashapa Munivar brought the Sivalingam from Kailasam, as instructed by the Lord, and installed on the banks of Seyyaru river. He did pujas to the Lord here. Hence the place was called Kashyapa thandalam and later became Kavanthandalam. Sri Kashyapar immersed the ashes of his parents in Seyyaru, as advised by the Lord. Thus this place is a sacred one equivalent to Kasi. People performing last rites to their departed souls here derive the same benefits as done in Kasi.

All festivals pertaining to Siva temple are celebrated here including six Abhishegams to Natarajar in a year. The temple is open 7 to 10 in the morning and 5 to 8 in the evening. There are two sacred theerthams, one is Seyyaru and another one is temple tank. For contact Mr. Pazhanisiva 94447 78747, Mr. Rajasekar-94980 36231, Mr. Gnanasekar-97875 06611. Kavanthandalam is well connected by road from Kanchipuram and Walajabad.

    

    

SRI KASI VISWANATHAR TEMPLE

Yet another temple in Kavanthandalam dedicated to Lord Shiva is located on the banks of Seyyaru river. Sri Kasi Viswanathar is the presiding deity. Ambal is Sri Visalakshi. This temple is also considered significant as Kasi. Here also people are coming to perform last rites to their forefathers. Now the temple is in the process of renovation.

  

AASOOR SIVAN TEMPLE

Sri Kamakshi Ambal sametha Sri Ekambareswarar temple is situated in Aasoor village, near Walajabad of Kanchipuram district. The entrance to this temple is facing south and has duwara (window)sannadhi. The Lord Sri Ekambareswarar is facing east and Ambal is facing south. This temple is known for naga dosha pariharam. People affected by naga dosha will be relieved if the come and pray the Lord here.The temple pujas are done by Sri Ravichandiran(98840 82239). Temple sacred pond is nearby. Buses from Kanchipuram and Walajabad are coming to this place. For more details contact Mrs.Thamilarasi-96265 82296, Mr. Arasakumar-93818 76110.

    

MAGARAL TEMPLES

For those aspiring relief from rebirth and attain Mukti, can do so very easily if they worship Magaral Lord surrounded by sages and vedic scholars, says Sri Sampandhar in his verse. Taking the abhisheka theertham(holy water) would cure blood related problems, paralysis, alleviate orthopaedic problems and will improve vision.

SRI MAGARALEESWARAR TEMPLE

Magaral , a village situated 15 KM away from Kanchipuram on Uthiramerur road has an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Siva, Sri Magaraleeswarar with His consort Sri Thiribhuvana Nayagi. The Lord is called Sri Udumbeeswarar in tamil. The Sivalinga is a suymabu, self manifested, with a tail of lizard. The temple complex covers two acres and houses five tier rajagopuram, kodimaram , nandhi mandapam and contains two prakarams. On entering into the temple through rajagopuram, agni theertham, the sacred pond is there on the left side. The temple has many number of shrines such as five goshta deities, 63 nayanmars, Vinayagar, Subramanyar with His consorts, Bhairavar, Navagrahams, Suriyan and Chandiran. The sanctum is in gaja brishta shape (back of an elephant). This shrine is a padal petra thalam, revered by saint poet Sri Thirugnanasambanthar in thevaram. He assures that those who aspire to attain mukti can get it very easily by praying the Lord here. Devendra presented his Iravatham, white elephant to Subramanya as a wedding gift, which became the vahana to Murugan here.

History of the temple

Once Lord Bramha had planted a Jack Fruit Tree at a place known as Venupuram,near Cheyyar, which would yield one jack fruit everyday all year round. Enamoured by the mystical tree, King Rajendra Chola had ordered that the families living in the vicinity of the tree should carry the Jack Fruit and offer the same as Naivedyam(holy offering to God, before being consumed) to Lord Nataraja at Chidambaram, post which it should be sent to his royal residence.One day it became a turn of a Brahmin family and a young boy was to carry out the task. Aggrieved at the task of carrying the Jack Fruit on his head, he requested the other folks to carry the fruit to Chidambaram and offered to stay back to guard their houses. Once they moved towards Chidambaram, the boy set fire to the tree, as according to him it was the cause of immense physical hardship to all the families. The king ordered an enquiry and it surfaced that the young Brahmin was the culprit.The boy, when traced and questioned, argued that the king was being impartial to his subjects- that while he was providing all facilities to his soldiers, he was not providing any facilities to those who were forced to carry the Jack fruit all the way to Chidambaram. Nevertheless, as a punishment he ordered that the boy should be exiled and left in a forest by setting out at night.The boy reached a place full of Lemon Trees, the next morning. Sometime later the king came to the place where the boy had reached. While there,the king noticed a golden Iguana and desired to catch the same. In order to escape being caught by the king, the Iguana tried to hide itself in a giant ant hill. The king did not relent in his pursuit and tried to forcibly break the ant hill and while doing so inflicted a wound on the Iguana.The Iguana started to bleed profusely At that time a heavenly voice was heard that the Iguana was none other than Lord Shiva.The king fainted. After some time he sought the divine intervention of Lord Ganesha, who instruced the king to build a temple for Lord Shiva, in atonement for his sin .It is thus, that the Lingam here is in the form of the tail of a lizard.

The temple has six times rituals in a day from 6 am to 8.30 pm. Temple timing -6.00 to 12.00 noon and 6.00 to 8.30 in the evening. For contact Mr. Shanmugasundaram Gurukkal-94448 10396, Mrs. Mahalakshmi-89391 05058. Magaral is on Kanchipuram-Uthiramerur main road and easily reachable by buses.

    

SRI SILAMBEESWARAR TEMPLE

A small, beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Siva with architectural features is found in a village called Magaral. Apart from a famous Sivan temple revered in thevarm hymns in Magaral this temple is situated in an isolated place away from the village. The temple deity is called Sri Silambeeswarar and there is separate shrine for Ambal. The deities of Vinayagar, Nandhi, Bhairavar and Chandikeswarar are still remaining in tact. The whole temple was built in brick stone with lime mortar. Since the temple has not been used for centuries, a lot of greenery has grown all over the place. Till recently the temple was totally neglected, but now some good hearted people gathered and are making sincere efforts to rebuilt the temple and bring back the original charm.

The temple is situated in the south of Magaraleeswarar temple, just 1 KM by a narrow road. Magaral is on Kanchipuram-Uthiramerur main road, and easily reachable by buses from Kanchipuram. For contact Mr. Shanmugasundaram Gurukkal-94448 10396, Mrs. Mahalakshmi-89391 05058.

    

      

 

VISHAR SIVAN TEMPLE

People in severe debt burden will be
relieved if they come and pray the
Lord here. Praying the Lord regularly will
help to get rid of all money
related problems.

 

The Lord Siva which was installed and worshiped by Sri Bheemasenar before the commencement of Mahabharat war, exists in Visar village, about 8 KM from Kanchipuram. The Lord here with sixteen faces(Pattai lingam) called Sri Bheemeswarar with his consort Sri Anandavalli, facing western direction, graces the devotees. Several divine idols are just kept in the Mahamandapam such as Dwarapalakar, Kosha deities, Bhairavar, Vinayagar, Valli Devasena sametha Subramanyar. The temple has one sacred pond and Mango tree as Thalavirutcham. Daily rituals are going on here.

For details contact Mr. Magesh-96003 97424, Mr.Sahadevan-97902 57495, Mr. Venkatesan-99949 83460. Festivals like Pradosham,Annabishekam, Karthigai deepam, Sivarathiri, Panguni Uthiram are celebrated here. Buses from Kanchipuram (T47, T77) are coming here.

 

 

      

KEEZHKATHIRPUR AGASTHISWARAR TEMPLE

Those who have obstacles in
getting married have to worship
the Lord here. By doing this
they will get married and after
that the couple should come here and
perform abhishegam to the Lord.

Keezhkathirpur, a small village outskirts of Kanchipuram has the distinction of having many ancient temples. One among them is the holy shrine of Sri Agasthiswarar temple. This temple is referred in the holy Kanchimahapuram. The shrines of Vinayagar and Valli Devasena sametha subramanyar are positioned inside the temple on either side of Swamy sannadhi. The Nandhi mandapam and Chandikeswarar are located outside the temple. Every year during the tamil month of Thai, on the day of Makham Nakshatram, the rays of Suryan fall on Sivalingam. Once there were many stone inscriptions, but now missing. Vilvam and Vanni trees are the sthala virutchams. Daily one time pujas are performed.

For details contact Mr. Shanmuga Naicker-9566981267, Mr.Rajenthiran-9843568875, Mr. Adhikesavan-9843585839.Mini buses are coming here from Kanchipuram.

 

 

    

DHAMAL VARAGEESWARAR TEMPLE

The temple is a Parikara Stalam. Many
incurable diseases are cured by
performing honey abishegam and drink it.
Barren couples beget children by performing
honey abhishekam here. Traders who find rough
time in their business will get rich
by worshipping the Lord.

The 3000 year old temple is unique in many respects. This is the only temple where sun worship takes place from Rathasaptthami when the rout of the sun shifts from south to north and Sivarathri. Moreover on the day of Sivarathri sun rays fall upon the lord. The temple is special in another way. Here the Siva Lingam has both the disc(Chakram) and the conch(sangu) embossed on it. It is not man made. It showed up by itself and hence it is called Swayambu. He is facing western direction. The temple contains two prakarams with a big raja gopuram. There are 18 Bairavars, 8 Dakshinamoorthies with separate enclosures. Many Siddars made peanace and got salvation by the grace of Lord Siva. The pillars of the temple have plenty of sculptures of various hues. There is a separate shrine for Kethu. The temple lore is very interesting. Lord Vishnu after completing His Varaha avadhara had forgot His supreme nature and spent His time as a boar. The Devas headed by Brahma went to Lord Siva and prayed that Lord Vishnu be restored to His original pristine state. Lord Siva took pity on Vishnu and killed Him and plucked His long teeth. Lord Vishnu immediately realized his original stature and returned to his abode , Sri Vaikundam. In gratitude He whorshipped Lord Siva with special blue flowers. The deity here is named as Varakeeswarar. His consort is called Gowreeswari. Sarabeswara who calmed down Narasimha is worshipped in linga form.

Swami Chandrsekaendra Saraswthi the 68 th pontiff of kanchi Kamakodi Peetem , asked a woman residing in this village whose name was Gowri to renovate the temple which was in ruins about 25 years ago. The woman as per the wishes of Acharya , made curd rice and after offering it to Lord Anjaneya went to the town with curd rice tied on a stick for donation to renovate the temple. In the process by the grace of Acharya , a big amount was collected and Gowri with that cash renovated the temple .The woman after the consecration of the temple returned empty handed.

The sacred tree of the temple is Mahavilvam. Temple sacred pond is inside the temple complex. Festivals pertaining to Siva temples are celebrated here. Particularly on PanguniUthiram day Thirukkalyana urchavam is celebrated in a grand manner. For details contact Dinesh Gurukkal-99943 67690, Mr. Saravana Gurukkal-9952379986, Mrs. Gowri-9626974180. Dhamal is on Chennai Bangalore highway, about 15 KM from Kanchipuram. All local buses passing through this place stop at Dhamal.

 

  

THIRUPUTKUZHI PERUMAL TEMPLE

Children with speech disorder will
become normal when the parents tie cradle
in the temple. Childless women used to
perform a strange rite here. They used to
take a holy dip in Jadayu theertham and
tie fried pulses in their saree and sleep
here for a whole night. In the morning if the
pulses are germinated then their wish will
be fulfilled. Pithru Tharpanam on new moon day
is very special in jadayu theertham.

Of the 108 Divya Desam, this temple in Thondai Mandalam considered to be an important one is situated at Thiruputkuzhi located about 15 KM on Bangalore highway. This famous temple dedicated to Lord Mahavishnu is following pancharathra agama. The presiding deity is Sri Vijayaraghava Perumal in a sitting posture along with Sridevi and Bhoodevi. Here Perumal consorts are interchanged their position. That is Sridevi on the left and Bhoodevi on the right side of Vijayaraghava Perumal. Similarly Sri Andal shrine usually seen on the left prakaram , here on the right side. Sri Maragathavalli Thayar shrine is on the left side of the prakaram. Sri Thirumangai Azhvar paid rich tributes to Sri Vijayaraghava Perumal in his mangala sasanam. Also Sri Vendanthadesikan praised the Lord here by his paramartha sthuthi. The temple is fairly a big one and has raja gopuram kodimaram and two long prakarams. Many shrines are housed such as 12 Azhvars, Koorathazhvar, Manavala Mamunigal, Ramanujar, Desikar. As per inscriptions found here that Sri Yadhava Prakasar, the guru of Sri Ramanujar lived in this place. Raja Sundara Pandiyan who built this temple gave several donations.

Legend dates back to Ramayana Period, when Jadayu, the king of birds who fought with Ravana to save Sitha devi from his abduction. Sri Rama and Lakshmana who were in search of Sitha devi met Jadayu, who lost his wings in the battle with Ravana . Jadayu informed Sri Rama whatever happened. Sri Rama then gave a divine dharshan to Jadayu as per his last wish. Sri Rama performed last rites to Jadayu. Unable to bear the heat of the pyre, Sridevi moved to the left and Bhoodevi moved to the right. Sri Rama shot an arrow on the ground to create a spring for performing rites. This spring created by Sri Rama is still there by the name of Jadayu theertham.

Daily two time pujas are going on. Temple timings 7.00 am to 12.00 and 4.00 pm to 7.00pm. All town buses from Kanchipuram on Bangalore highway are passing through this place. Bus stop Balu Chetty Chatram. For contact Mr. Srinivasa Bhattar-9047489295, Mr. Narayanan-9445214825, Mr.Ezhumalai- 9578244098.

    

    

THIRUPUTKUZHI SIVAN TEMPLE

Apart from a famous vishnav shrine in Thiruputkuzhi, there is also an ancient Siva temple. This temple is referred in Kanchipuranam as Anthakeswarar temple. Now swamy is called Sri Manikandeswarar and ambal thirunamam is Sri Thiripurasundari. The temple was consecrated in 2001. The temple has five goshta shrines, Vinayagar, Valli Devasena sametha Subramanyar, Chandikeswarar, Bhairavar and Navakiragams. There is also a shrine for Sri Vilvanatheeswarar in the prakara.

Daily pujas are done once in a day. The sacred tree of the temple is Athi. A sacred pond of the temple is also there. For contact Mr. Ramkumar-9943819755, Mr. Loganathan-9751415542. The temple is located just 100 meters from Bangalore highway. Buses plying to Velur, Arcot from Kanchipuram are going through this place. Bus stop is Baluchetty Sathiram.

All types of eye ailments will be cured by the grace of Lord here, if one comes here and pray continuously.

 

  

THIMMASAMUDRAM SIVAN TEMPLE

This temple is considered to be a
special sacred place for those who
pray to seek good jobs and progression
in careers. The Lord here has special
grace to bestow with children
to issueless couple.

Three demons Vidhyunmali, Tharugakshan, Kamalakshan were giving lot of troubles to Devas and sages. The Devas prayed Lord Siva for help. The Lord then destroyed the demons and their forts and thus rescued them and got the name Thiripuranthaka Eswarar. Sri Brahmma and Deventhiran also worshipped the Lord here.

This ancient temple is situated in Thimmasamudram village, about 6 KM from Kanchipuram. The Lord is facing eastern direction. Sri Vinayagar, Sri Murugan with Valli and Devasena are enshrined at both sides of the entrance to sanctum sanctorum. A Nandhi statue is found in a small enclosure in front of the temple.

Sri Kanchi Ekambareswarar used to visit this temple on every Kanum pongal day to celebrate Par vettai urchavam. This festival is very famous and continue for 27 days.

Daily two time pujas are performed here. For contact Mr. Loganathan-9840669208, Mr. Soundararajan -9789528684, Valarmathi-9597578073. All buses going to Arakkonam are going through this place. Bus stop is Vella gate.

  

SEMBAKKAM SIVAN TEMPLE

By the grace of Lord issueless couples
beget children, if they come and pray here.
Also those who aspire progress in their
meditation will be benefitted when
they come and maditate here.

An ancient Sivan temple of yore is situated in Sembakkam village, 7 KM from Thirupporur on Chengalpattu road. The temple built in granite stones has kodimaram and several shrines around it. The presiding deity is called Sri Jambukeswarar seen below the ground level as in Thiruvanaikoil near Tiruchirapalli. The tank water is coming into sanctum sanctorum. Mother is called Sri Azhagambigai or Sri Sundarambigai. It is believed that the Lord had made manthra upadesam to Goddess here. Hence this temple is a very powerful center for meditation. The sacred tree is Naval as inThiruvanaikovil. There are two theerthams in the temple. One is located in front of Ambal sannadhi in the form of well called Amudha theertham. Another one is located outside the temple. Sri Agasthiya Maharishi, Sri Naradar and Indiran worshipped the lord here.

As per legend Kochenga Chozhan on his pilgrimage his chariot got struck at this place. He stayed here for a whole night. Lord Siva appeared in his dream and ordered to build a temple as in Thiruvanaikovil. The king was happy to have the dharshan of lord Siva and immediately built a temple here as per the specification given by the lord. The issueless king was bestowed with a child by the grace of the lord. This temple is called north thiruvanaikovil and considered as one of the Pancha Bhooda sthalam.

Swamy thirukkalyanam is celebrated on Panguni Uthiram day. Many festivals like Sivarathiri, Arudra Dharasanam, Natarajar 6 abhisekams, Thai poosam Swamy purappadu are celebrated here every year.

The temple is located just 1 KM from Thirupporur-Chengalpattu road. Plenty of buses are available to reach here. For contact Sri Nagaraja Gurukkal-9841171692, Sri Vignesh-9600028603.

  

  

MULLIPAKKAM SIVAN TEMPLE

An ancient temple in Mullipakkam village surrounded by green paddy fields is the abode of Sri Parasurameswarar. Sri Parasuramar, the avathar of Sri Mahavishnu, came to this place and worshipped the Lord here. Ambal is called Sri Gnanambigai. The age old temple was renovated and presenting a new look. The temple houses five Goshta idols, Sri Vinayagar, Sri Subramanyar, Sri Chandikeswarar, Sri Bhairavar, Sri Suriyan and Navakirahams. Sri Nandhi idol in a small mandap is facing the Lord through Duwara sannadhi. Regular pujas are performed here. Vanni and Makizham flower tree are the sthala virutchams. Many festivals like Sivarathiri(four times), annabishegam, Aani Thirumanjanam, Vaikasi Visakam, Ashtami bhairava puja, Pournami puja are performed here. This temple is considered a notable Parihara thalam.

Those who are seeking progress in their education will be benefitted if they do honey abhisheham and archana with mullai flowers to Sri Gnanambigai on every Wednesday. To get rid of marriage obstacles one has to perform abhishegam to Swamy, Ambal and Muruga and perform archana with white arali flower during Suriya horai on Sundays. Suriya Horai times in Sunday are 6.00am to 7.00am, 1.00pm to 2.00pm and 8.00pm to 9.00pm

Mullipakkam is situated 20 KM from Thiruporur and 21 KM from Chengalpattu. When coming through Thiruporur-Chengalpattu road, take a diversion at Valarkundram. Buses are available from Chengalpattu going to Manampathy(T 75). For contact Mr. Gowrishnakar-9944029225.

  

KEEZHUR SIVAN TEMPLE

A quaint small village Keezhur, is home of an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Siva. The temple is in a state of ruins since centuries, still manage to exude the sense of awe to the devotees. It is said that Sri Devendiran worshipped the Lord and his idol is present with praying posture. The name of the Presiding deity and Goddess are not known. The ambal structure is seen vacant, and the statue was kept by the side of Sivan. Here Sri vinayagar is called Sri Poyya Vinayagar facing northern direction. As per the inscriptions found, this Vinayagar statue was taken from a village called Jeevanur situated near Thiruvannamalai. The temple has also a beautiful sacred pond. In spite of its uniqueness, the temple is devoid of rituals and worship. For contact Mr. Senthil-9445704659, Mr. Rajesh-9790519740, Mr. Devadoss-7200245399. Keezhur is 15 KM from Guduvanchery and 12 KM from Thiruporur.

The Lord here has special grace to bestow with children to issueless couple. Praying Sri Poyya Vinayagar will help to get rid of all money related problems and ensure success in business.

 

 

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