Nagabharaneeswarar Temple, Melaiyur, Chengalpattu

Nagabharaneeswarar Temple, Melaiyur, Chengalpattu

Nagabharaneeswarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Melaiyur Village in Thiruporur Taluk in Chengalpattu District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding deity is called as Nagabharaneeswarar and Mother is called as Periyanayaki. The temple is considered as Rahu & Ketu parihara sthalam.

Legends

As per legend, Sage Agastya visited this temple and worshipped Lord Shiva here.

History

The temple is believed to be built by Chola Emperor Rajaraja Chola (947 CE – 1014 CE) as per an inscription found in this temple. The temple was in dilapidated stated in 2002. The locals with help of philanthropist rebuilt this temple and consecrated in 2008.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east with three tiered rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Dhwaja Sthambam and Nandi can be found immediately after the rajagopuram facing towards the sanctum. The temple consists of sanctum, antrala, maha mandapam and mukha mandapam. Presiding deity is called as Nagabharaneeswarar and is facing east. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Shiva Lingam. Lord is a Swayambhu Moorthy (self-manifested).Nardana Ganapathy, Dakshinamurthy, Vishnu, Brahma and Durga are the koshta idols located around the sanctum walls.

Chandikeswarar shrine can be seen in his usual location. The vimana, structure over the sanctum is in the form of Gajabrusta, the shape of an elephant in its sitting posture. Mother is called as Periyanayaki. She is housed in a separate south facing shrine. There is a shrine for Kasi Viswanathar with his consort Visalakshi adjacent to the sanctum. There is a shrine for Varadaraja Perumal with his consorts Sridevi and Bhoodevi in the temple premises. Garuda can be seen facing this shrine.

Shrines of Valampuri Vinayaka, Anjaneya, Krishna with his consorts Rukmini & Sathyabama, Ayyappan, Murugan with his consorts Valli & Devasena, Mahalakshmi, Agastya, Lalithambigai, Tripura Sundari, Brahma with his Saraswathi, Chitragupta, Nataraja, Sarabeswarar, Bhairavar, Dattatreya, Sapta Matrikas and Navagrahas with their respective consorts can be seen in the temple premises. The temple tank is situated behind the temple. Sthala Vriksham is Tamarind Tree.

Festivals

Krithikai, Sashti, Pradosham and Pournami are the festivals celebrated here.

Prayers

This temple is considered as parihara sthalam for Rahu and Ketu doshas. Devotees pray here to remove obstacles in marriage alliances and for child boon.

Contact

Nagabharaneeswarar Temple,

Melaiyur – 603 108

Thiruporur Taluk,

Chengalpattu District

Mobile: +91 94980 36642 / 97906 53618 / 90947 34948

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 750 metres from Melaiyur Bus Stop, 5 Kms from Karumbakkam, 13 Kms from Thiruporur Bus Stand, 14 Kms from Thiruporur, 17 Kms from Chengalpattu, 19 Kms from Chengalpattu Junction, 29 Kms from Tambaram, 37 Kms from Chennai Airport and 58 Kms from Chennai. The temple is situated at about 3 Kms from Vengur Junction on Thiruporur to Chengalpattu route. Bus No 55 C plying between Tambaram and Karumbakkam passes through this place.

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Shiva Vishnu Temple, Kondamangalam, Chengalpattu

Shiva Vishnu Temple, Kondamangalam, Chengalpattu

Shiva Vishnu Temple is a group of Hindu Temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Vishnu located in Kondamangalam Village in Chengalpattu Taluk in Chengalpattu District of Tamil Nadu. The temples are believed to be built in 7^th century CE by Pallavas but the temples have been lost completely. The villagers dug out the idols from the ground and built the temples recently.

The Temples

There are two temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu located adjacent to each other. Both the temples are facing towards east and consists of sanctum, ardha mandapam and mukha mandapam. The sanctum of the Shiva shrine enshrines the presiding deity, Esana Dharbaranyeswarar in the form of Shiva Lingam. His consort, Pranambigai is housed in a separate south facing shrine.

Her shrine is situated in the mukha mandapa of the Shiva shrine. Nandi and Balipeedam can be found facing towards the Shiva shrine. Chandikeswarar shrine can be seen in his usual location. The sanctum of the Vishnu shrine enshrines an image of Kariya Manicka Perumal with his consorts Sridevi & Bhoodevi. Garuda can be seen facing towards his sanctum. There are two temple ponds associated with these temples.

Contact

Shiva Vishnu Temple,

Kondamangalam,

Chengalpattu Taluk,

Chengalpattu District – 603 209

Mobile: +91 99411 34695 / 95511 43024 / 97102 30154

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 1 Km from Kondamangalam Bus Stop, 7 Kms from Singaperumalkoil, 8 Kms from Singaperumalkoil Bus Stop, 8 Kms from Singaperumalkoil Railway Station, 10 Kms from Nellikkuppam, 14 Kms from Chengalpattu, 23 Kms from Thiruporur, 36 Kms from Chennai Airport and 56 Kms from Chennai. The temple is located at about 7 Kms to the east of Singaperumalkoil on Singaperumalkoil to Thiruporur route via Nellikkuppam. Buses (82, M60) from Singaperumalkoil pass through this village.

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Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kayar, Chengalpattu

Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kayar, Chengalpattu

Varadaraja Perumal Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Kayar Village in Thiruporur Taluk in Chengalpattu District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding deity is called as Varadaraja Perumal and Mothers are Sridevi & Bhudevi. The temple is believed to be built in 17^th century by the Nayak Kings.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east with an entrance arch. The entrance arch has stucco images of Varadharaja Perumal flanked by Sridevi and Bhoodevi. Deepa Sthambam can be seen in front of the entrance arch on the road. Balipeedam and Garuda can be seen in front of the mukha mandapam facing towards the sanctum. The temple consists of sanctum, ardha mandapam and open pillared mukha mandapam.

The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity, Varadaraja Perumal. He is in standing posture along with his consorts Sridevi and Bhoodevi. Sculptures of Ananda Sayana Vishnu, Narasimha, Lakshmi, Ramanuja etc can be seen on the pillars of the mukha mandapam. There is south facing shrine enshrining the images of Azhwar in the temple premises.

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 500 metres from Kayar Bus Stop, 5 Kms from Kattur, 9 Kms from Thiruporur, 10 Kms from Thiruporur Bus Stand, 11 Kms from Kelambakkam, 23 Kms from Guduvanchery Railway Station, 25 Kms from Vandalur, 25 Kms from Chengalpattu, 27 Kms from Chengalpattu Junction Railway Station, 30 Kms from Tambaram, 34 Kms from Chennai Airport and 47 Kms from Chennai. The temple is situated at about 9 Kms from Mambakkam Junction on Vandalur to Kelambakkam route. MTC Bus No 555M from Tambaram to Thiruporur passes through Kayar and Mambakkam. Share Autos and Autos are available from Mambakkam Junction and Thiruporur.

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Kamala Narayana Perumal Temple, Kayar, Chengalpattu

Kamala Narayana Perumal Temple, Kayar, Chengalpattu

Kamala Narayana Perumal Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu located in Kayar Village in Thiruporur Taluk in Chengalpattu District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding deity is called as Kamala Narayana Perumal and Mothers are Sridevi & Bhudevi.

History

The temple is believed to be built by the Pallavas in 8^th century CE and later extensively renovated by Cholas. The temple was completely renovated in recent years in such a way that its ancient features are lost permanently except the two stone slabs with Chola period inscriptions, There are two undated inscriptions belonged to the Cholas in this temple. These inscriptions refer the temple as Urudaipperumal Thiru Metralidevar at Kayaru in Kumulinadu, a subdivision of Amur Kottam. The village was also called as Kamala Narayana Chaturvedi Mangalam in ancient times.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east. Balipeedam and Garudan can be seen in front of the temple facing towards the sanctum. The temple consists of sanctum, artha mandapam and mukha mandapam. The sanctum enshrines the presiding deity Kamala Narayana Perumal. He is seen in standing posture flanked by his consorts Sridevi and Bhoodevi. Vinayaga, Lakshmi Narasimha, Vishnu, Lakshmi Hayagreeva and Durga are the koshta idols located around the sanctum walls.

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 250 metres from Kayar Bus Stop, 5 Kms from Kattur, 9 Kms from Thiruporur, 10 Kms from Thiruporur Bus Stand, 11 Kms from Kelambakkam, 23 Kms from Guduvanchery Railway Station, 25 Kms from Vandalur, 25 Kms from Chengalpattu, 27 Kms from Chengalpattu Junction Railway Station, 30 Kms from Tambaram, 34 Kms from Chennai Airport and 47 Kms from Chennai. The temple is situated at about 9 Kms from Mambakkam Junction on Vandalur to Kelambakkam route. MTC Bus No 555M from Tambaram to Thiruporur passes through Kayar and Mambakkam. Share Autos and Autos are available from Mambakkam Junction and Thiruporur.

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Maheswarar Temple, Thandalam, Chengalpattu

Maheswarar Temple, Thandalam, Chengalpattu

Maheswarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Thandalam Village near Thiruporur Town in Thiruporur Taluk in Chengalpattu District of Tamil Nadu Presiding deity is called as Maheswarar and Mother is called as Maheswari. The temple is situated on the banks of the temple tank.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east. It is completely newly built temple. The temple consists of sanctum, ardha mandapam and mukha mandapam. The ardha mandapam and mukha mandapam are open mandapam. Idols of Vinayaga and Murugan can be seen at the entrance of the sanctum. Presiding deity is called as Maheswarar and is facing east. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Shiva Lingam. Mother is called as Maheswari. The vimana over the sanctum is in the shape of Shiva Lingam. Idols of Chandikeswarar and Jyestha Devi dating back to the Pallava period were found near the temple and were installed in the temple premises.

Contact

Maheswarar Temple,

Thandalam – 603 105

Thiruporur Taluk,

Chengalpattu District

Mobile: +91 87544 01805 / 97908 15110 / 95662 67461

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 250 metres from Thandalam Bus Stop, 1 Km from Thiruporur Bus Stand, 2 Kms from Thiruporur, 15 Kms from Mamallapuram, 25 Kms from Chengalpattu, 27 Kms from Chengalpattu Junction Railway Station, 42 Kms from Chennai Airport and 46 Kms from Chennai. The temple is situated on Thiruporur to Mamallapuram (OMR) route. All buses going to Mamallapuram in OMR passes through this village. Buses are available from Tambaram, Thiruporur and Chennai.

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Sathyapureeswarar Temple, Ponmar, Chengalpattu

Sathyapureeswarar Temple, Ponmar, Chengalpattu

Sathyapureeswarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Ponmar Village in Vandalur Taluk in Chengalpattu District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding deity is called as Sathyapureeswarar / Sakthipureeswarar and Mother is called as Sathyapureeswari / Sakthipureeswari. The temple is situated on Ponmar to Navalur route.

Legends

As per legend, Lord Chandran excavated a tank, took a holy dip and worshipped Lord Shiva of this temple to get relief from his sins.

History

The temple was built in 1520 CE during the reign of Sadasivaraya of Vijayanagara Kingdom. There is an inscription dating back to 1520 CE during the reign of Sadasivaraya of Vijayanagara Kingdom can be found in the jagati and kumuda of the plinth. This inscription records the endowment of Poyilicheri village for the pooja and worship of Poyileesvaramudaiya Nayanar and Veerabhadra Nayanar. The village was mentioned as Jayamkonda Chozha Mandalathu Puliyur Kottathu Kaalvai Naatu Thyaga Vinodha Nallurana Ponmaaru. The ruined shrine on the northern side of the temple is the Veerabhadra temple mentioned in the inscription. There are several inscriptions dating back to reign of Vijayanagara Kingdom can be found in the temple premises.

The Temple

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Temple Opening Time

There is no fixed timing for this temple, but the temple is kept open for certain time during the morning and evening hours. The priest need to be contacted for darshan.

Prayers

Devotees pray Sathyapureeswarar for relief from stomach pains. Devotees believe performing abhishekam to goddess Sathyapureeswari with turmeric will provide cure to thyroid problems in ladies.

Contact

Sathyapureeswarar Temple,

Ponmar, Vandalur Taluk,

Chengalpattu District – 600 130

Mobile: +91 91760 67723 / 99402 62654 / 94444 13193

Mobile: +91 98845 81931 / 9884381927

Mobile: +91 99625 94861 / 99627 32427

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 750 metres from Ponmar Bus Stop, 3 Kms from Mambakkam, 6 Kms from Navalur, 9 Kms from Medavakkam, 15 Kms from Tambaram Railway Station, 16 Kms from Tambaram, 19 Kms from Vandalur, 20 Kms from Chennai Airport, 33 Kms from Chennai and 38 Kms from Chengalpattu. Devotees need to travel in Medavakkam to Mambakkam route and then take a turn at Ponmar towards Navalur for about 750 metres to reach this temple. Buses (51T & 551A) are available from Tambaram to Ponmar. Bus (51J) from Koyambedu to Mambakkam and Buses (51J, J51 & 51T) from T Nagar via Medavakkam passes through the Ponmar village. Autos are available from Mambakkam to reach this temple.

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Agastheeswarar Temple, Alathur, Chengalpattu

Agastheeswarar Temple, Alathur, Chengalpattu

Agastheeswarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Alathur Village near Thiruporur Town in Thiruporur Taluk in Chengalpattu District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding deity is called as Agastheeswarar and Mother is called as Akhilandeshwari. This temple is believed to be built in 17^th century CE.

Legends

As per legend, Sage Agastya installed Shiva Lingas and worshipped Lord Shiva at several places. This temple is considered one among them. Hence, Lord Shiva of this temple came to be called as Agastheeswarar.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east. The temple was once enclosed within a granite compound. The remains of the ancient compound wall can be seen around the temple. Balipeedam and Nandi can be found facing towards the sanctum. The temple consists of sanctum, ardha mandapam and maha mandapam. Presiding deity is called as Agastheeswarar and is facing east. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Shiva Lingam. There are no niche idols located around the sanctum walls.

The vimana over the sanctum follows vesara style of architecture and is of two tiers. Mother is called as Akhilandeshwari. She is housed in a separate south facing shrine. Her shrine is situated on the right side. Shrines of Vinayaga, Bhairavar, Murugan with his consorts Valli & Devasena and Chandikeswarar can be seen in the temple premises. Sthala Vriksham is Vilvam Tree. There is a large temple tank situated in front of the temple.

Festivals

Masi Soora Samharam (Feb-Mar) is the most famous festival celebrated here. It is celebrated on the same day of Soora Samharam celebrations of Thiruporur Kandaswamy Temple. Utsava idol, Muthukumara Swamy of Thiruporur Kandaswamy Temple visit this temple during the Samharam day. Masi Shivarathri (Feb-Mar), Panguni Uthiram (Mar-Apr) and Karthigai Somavaram (Nov-Dec) are the other festivals celebrated here.

Contact

Agastheeswarar Temple,

Alathur – 603 105

Thiruporur Taluk,

Chengalpattu District

Mobile: +91 81240 04808 / 86808 95761 / 94447 99023

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 500 metres from Alathur Bus Stop, 4 Kms from Thiruporur Bus Stand, 5 Kms from Thiruporur, 12 Kms from Mamallapuram, 28 Kms from Chengalpattu, 30 Kms from Chengalpattu Junction Railway Station, 45 Kms from Chennai Airport and 49 Kms from Chennai. The temple is situated on Thiruporur to Mamallapuram (OMR) route. All buses going to Mamallapuram in OMR passes through this village.

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