Naganathaswami Temple, Thirukkalachery, Nagapattinam
Naganathaswami
Temple is dedicated to Hindu God Shiva located at Thirukkalachery in
Nagapattinam District of Tamilnadu. As per Hindu Legend, Brahma and Shiva had a
problem arised due to dice game and Brahma laughed at Shiva. Angry Shiva cursed
Brahma to become a Snake. Brahma came to this place and got relieved of Lord
Shiva curse. As per another legend, Shiva cursed Mother Parvathi to become
Thirukura Tree. Parvathi came to this place and got relieved of Lord Shiva
curse. It is believed that Ashta Bhairavars guarded this village during
Parvathi penance.
This
place is also called as Vanmiga Natha Puram and Gynanapuram. Presiding Deity is
called as Naganathar and Mother is called as Sivagama Sundari. Varadharaja
Perumal along with his consorts Sridevi and Bhoodevi graces devotees from
separate shrine facing west direction. It is believed Parvathi in Thirukura
Tree form is worshipping Lord Shiva here. People pray to Naganathar to get rid
of Naga Doshams and Planetary Doshams.
Thirukkalachery is
located at about 25 kms from Mayiladuthurai on Mayiladuthurai to Poraiyaar
Route. In olden days, this place is called as Thirukuracheri but now it is
called as Thirukkalachery. There are regular government and private bus
services to Chennai. Thirukkalachery is well-connected with other major towns
in the region. Nearest Railway Junction is also at Mayiladuthurai. Nearest international airport is at Tiruchirapalli, which is 150 kilometres from Thirukkalachery and Chennai International Airport is approx. 300 kilometers away.
