Swarnapureeswarar Temple, Kathiruppu, Mayiladuthurai

Swarnapureeswarar Temple, Kathiruppu, Mayiladuthurai

Swarnapureeswarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Kathiruppu Village near Sirkazhi Town in Sirkazhi Taluk in Mayiladuthurai District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding Deity is called as Swarnapureeswarar and Mother is called as Swarnambigai. The Temple is considered as Thevara Vaippu Sthalam as Devaram hymns sung by Sundarar had a mention about this Temple. This Temple is considered as one of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams and Shiva Peedam Temples of Nangur.

Legends

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/swarnapureeswarar-temple-kathiruppu-legends.html

History

The Temple is believed to be built in 11^th century by Cholas. Kathiruppu was called as Thirusornapuram during ancient period. This temple is under the administrative control of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department of Government of Tamil Nadu (HR&CE).

The Temple

This Temple is facing towards east with three tiered rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Dhwaja Sthambam and Nandi can be seen immediately after the rajagopuram facing towards the sanctum. Kodimara Vinayaga can be seen at the base of the Dhwaja Sthambam. The sanctum sanctorum consists of sanctum, antrala and maha mandapam. Presiding Deity is called as Swarnapureeswarar and is facing east. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Lingam.

Dakshinamoorthy and eight armed Durga are the koshta idols located around the sanctum walls. Chandikeswarar can be seen in his usual location. Mother is called as Swarnambigai. She is housed in a separate east facing shrine. Her shrine is situated to the left side of the sanctum. She is four armed and in standing posture. Her upper hands hold lotus & rudraksha mala and lower hands shows abhaya and uru hastha.

Shrines & Idols of Vinayaga, Veena Dakshinamoorthy, Vasuki, Sapta Matrikas, Murugan with his consorts Valli & Devasena, Gaja Lakshmi, Bhairavar, Saneeswarar, Suryan, Katyayi Lingam can be seen in the temple premises. Sthala Vrikshams are Vanni, Neem and Pomegranate Trees. These Vrikshams are situated on the northern prakaram. Theertham associated with this temple is Swarna Pushkarini. It is situated on the north eastern corner of the temple premises.

Temple Opening Time

The Temple remains open from 06.00 AM to 08.00 AM and 05.30 PM to 07.00 PM.

Festivals

10 days Vaikasi Brahmotsavam (May-Jun) is the most famous festival celebrated here. Kanakabhishekam is performed to Sundarar with coins during Vaikasi Visakam day. Ekadina Laksharchana is performed to Lord Shiva & Goddess Parvathy during Akshaya Tritiya. 108 Shankhabhishekam is performed to Lord Shiva & Goddess Parvathy on Karthigai Mondays. Navaratri, Shivaratri, Karthigai and pradoshams are also observed here. 

The Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur celebrates the Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival in Rohini star day in the Tamil month of Vaikasi similar to the Ekadasa Garuda Seva of Thirunangur Divyadesams. The Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival was celebrated in grand manner during Chitra Pournami in ancient times and was discontinued in the 20^th century. The ardent devotees of Lord Shiva revived this festival in 2016 and is now being celebrated every year. The Lords of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur participates in this festival.

Religious Significance

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/swarnapureeswarar-temple-kathiruppu-religious-significance.html

Literary Mention

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https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/swarnapureeswarar-temple-kathiruppu-literary-mention.html

Prayers

When the women from this village buy new jewelry, they kept it at the feet of the goddess for blessings and then take it away and wear it. It is believed that this practice will bless them with more gold in their home. Devotees light 27 lamps around the Sthala Vrikshams (Vanni & Neem intertwined together like a single tree) on Pournami and circumbulate the trees for removing obstacles in marriage alliances. Also, devotees perform Kala Parvathy Yagna to Lord Shiva here for marriage boon. Devotees worship Lord Shiva for relief from Naga dosha and Kala Sarpa dosha.

Contact

Swarnapureeswarar Temple,

Kathiruppu, Sirkazhi Taluk,

Mayiladuthurai District – 609 117

Mobile: +91 85266 96953

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 3 Kms from Annankoil, 9 Kms from Vaitheeswarankovil, 10 Kms from Sirkazhi, 10 Kms from Sirkazhi Bus Stand, 10 Kms from Vaitheeswarankovil Railway Station, 12 Kms from Poompuhar, 12 Kms from Sirkazhi Railway Station, 12 Kms from Sembanarkoil, 14 Kms from Thirukadaiyur, 22 Kms from Tharangambadi, 22 Kms from Mayiladuthurai and 145 Kms from Trichy Airport. The Temple is situated on Sirkazhi to Thirukadaiyur route. Regular buses are available from Sirkazhi, Thirukadaiyur and Tharangambadi.

Location

Nayanavaratheswarar Temple, Nainipuram, Mayiladuthurai

Nayanavaratheswarar Temple, Nainipuram, Mayiladuthurai

Nayanavaratheswarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Nainipuram Village near Nangur in Sirkazhi Taluk in Mayiladuthurai District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding deity is called as Nayanavaratheswarar and Mother is called as Nalinambiga. Nainipuram is also called as Melnangur. The Temple is considered as Thevara Vaippu Sthalam as Devaram hymns sung by Sundarar had a mention about this Temple. This Temple is considered as one of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams and Shiva Peedam Temples of Nangur.

Legends

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/nayanavaratheswarar-temple-nainipuram-legends.html

History

The temple is said to have been in existence from 6^th century CE but was lost completely to the ravages of time. The temple is built recently in a smaller level. This temple is under the administrative control of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department of Government of Tamil Nadu (HR&CE).

The Temple

This Temple is facing towards west. Nandi and Balipeedam can be found facing towards the sanctum. The sanctum sanctorum consists of sanctum and ardha mandapam. Presiding deity is called as Nayanavaratheswarar and is facing west. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Lingam. Durga, Lingodbhava and Dakshinamoorthy are the koshta idols located around the sanctum walls. Chandikeswarar shrine can be seen in his usual location. Mother is called as Nalinambiga. She is housed in a separate south facing shrine to the right side of the sanctum. Shrines of Vinayaga and Murugan can be seen in the temple premises.

Festivals

The Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur celebrates the Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival in Rohini star day in the Tamil month of Vaikasi similar to the Ekadasa Garuda Seva of Thirunangur Divyadesams. The Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival was celebrated in grand manner during Chitra Pournami in ancient times and was discontinued in the 20^th century. The ardent devotees of Lord Shiva revived this festival in 2016 and is now being celebrated every year. The Lords of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur participates in this festival.

Religious Significance

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/nayanavaratheswarar-temple-nainipuram-religious-significance.html

Literary Mention

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/nayanavaratheswarar-temple-nainipuram-literary-mention.html

Contact

Nayanavaratheswarar Temple,

Nainipuram, Sirkazhi Taluk,

Mayiladuthurai District – 609 109

Mobile: +91 95663 32359

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 4 Kms from Annankoil, 11 Kms from Vaitheeswarankovil, 11 Kms from Sembanarkoil, 12 Kms from Sirkazhi, 12 Kms from Sirkazhi Bus Stand, 12 Kms from Vaitheeswarankovil Railway Station, 12 Kms from Poompuhar, 13 Kms from Thirukadaiyur, 14 Kms from Sirkazhi Railway Station, 20 Kms from Tharangambadi, 21 Kms from Mayiladuthurai and 147 Kms from Trichy Airport. The Temple is situated on Sirkazhi to Thirukadaiyur route. Regular buses are available from Sirkazhi, Thirukadaiyur and Tharangambadi.

Location

Naganathar Temple, Allivilagam, Mayiladuthurai

Naganathar Temple, Allivilagam, Mayiladuthurai

Naganathar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Allivilagam Village near Nangur in Sirkazhi Taluk in Mayiladuthurai District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding Deity is called as Naganathar and Mother is called as Natrunai Nayagi. The Temple is considered as Thevara Vaippu Sthalam as Devaram hymns sung by Sundarar had a mention about this Temple. This Temple is considered as one of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams and Shiva Peedam Temples of Nangur. The temple is considered as Parihara Sthalam for Naga doshas.

Legends

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/naganathar-temple-allivilagam-legends.html

History

The temple is said to have been in existence from 6^th century CE. This temple is under the administrative control of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department of Government of Tamil Nadu (HR&CE).

The Temple

This temple is facing towards east. Nandi and Balipeedam can be found immediately after the entrance, facing towards the sanctum. The sanctum sanctorum consists of sanctum, ardha mandapam and mukha mandapam. Presiding Deity is called as Naganathar and is facing east. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Lingam. Dakshinamoorthy and Durga are the koshta idols located around the sanctum walls. Chandikeswarar shrine can be seen in his usual location.

Mother is called as Natrunai Nayagi. She is housed in a separate south facing shrine. Her shrine is situated on the right side in mukha mandapam. Shrines and idols of Vinayaga, Murugan with his consorts Valli & Devasena, Nataraja with his consort Shivagami and Bhairavar can be seen in the temple premises. Sthala Vriksham is Peepal tree. An idol of Vinayaga can be seen below the tree. Theertham associated with this temple is Kalagni Rudra Bhuvana Kasi Theertham. It is a well situated in the northern prakaram.

Festivals

The Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur celebrates the Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival in Rohini star day in the Tamil month of Vaikasi similar to the Ekadasa Garuda Seva of Thirunangur Divyadesams. The Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival was celebrated in grand manner during Chitra Pournami in ancient times and was discontinued in the 20^th century. The ardent devotees of Lord Shiva revived this festival in 2016 and is now being celebrated every year. The Lords of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur participates in this festival.

Religious Significance

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/naganathar-temple-allivilagam-religious-significance.html

Literary Mention

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/naganathar-temple-allivilagam-literary-mention.html

Prayers

The temple is considered as Parihara Sthalam for Naga doshas. Those who have problems in nervous system and problems with paternal relationship pray to Naganathar for relief. Devotees pray here for removing obstacles in marriage alliances, relief from legal disputes and excellence in business especially weavers & tailors.

Contact

Swarnapureeswarar Temple,

Allivilagam, Sirkazhi Taluk,

Mayiladuthurai District – 609 107

Mobile: +91 95972 81833

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 4 Kms from Annankoil, 10 Kms from Vaitheeswarankovil, 10 Kms from Sembanarkoil, 11 Kms from Sirkazhi, 11 Kms from Sirkazhi Bus Stand, 11 Kms from Vaitheeswarankovil Railway Station, 12 Kms from Poompuhar, 12 Kms from Thirukadaiyur, 13 Kms from Sirkazhi Railway Station, 21 Kms from Tharangambadi, 20 Kms from Mayiladuthurai and 143 Kms from Trichy Airport. The Temple is situated on Sirkazhi to Thirukadaiyur route. Regular buses are available from Sirkazhi, Thirukadaiyur and Tharangambadi.

Location

Nambuvarkanbar Temple, Nangur, Mayiladuthurai

Nambuvarkanbar Temple, Nangur, Mayiladuthurai

Nambuvarkanbar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Nangur Village near Sirkazhi Town in Sirkazhi Taluk in Mayiladuthurai District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding deity is called as Nambuvarkanbar / Bhaktavachaleswarar and Mother is called as Nampiriyal. The Temple is considered as Thevara Vaippu Sthalam as Devaram hymns sung by Sundarar had a mention about this Temple. This Temple is considered as one of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams and Shiva Peedam Temples of Nangur. This temple is considered as Parihara Sthalam for Budhan doshas. The Temple is situated close to Nangur Higher Secondary School.

Legends

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/nambuvarkanbar-temple-nangur-legends.html

History

The temple is said to have been in existence from 6^th century CE. This temple is under the administrative control of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department of Government of Tamil Nadu (HR&CE).

The Temple

This Temple is facing towards west with an entrance arch. The entrance arch has stucco image of Rishabaroodar. Nandi and Balipeedam can be found immediately after the entrance arch, facing towards the sanctum. The sanctum sanctorum consists of sanctum, ardha mandapam and maha mandapam. Presiding deity is called as Nambuvarkanbar / Bhaktavachaleswarar and is facing west. He is housed in the sanctum in the form of Lingam. Durga, Lingodbhava and Dakshinamoorthy are the koshta idols located around the sanctum walls.

The Dakshinamoorthy is depicted with 12 Rasis. Hence, he is praised as Rasi Mandala Dakshinamoorthy. The presiding deity of Kailasanathar Temple (Bheema Peedam) and the presiding deity of Sundareswarar Temple (Bava Peedam) are kept at the entrance of the sanctum. Mother is called as Nampiriyal. She is housed in a separate south facing  shrine.  Shrines of Vinayaga, Murugan and two Bana Lingams can be seen in the prakaram.

Festivals

The Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur celebrates the Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival in Rohini star day in the Tamil month of Vaikasi similar to the Ekadasa Garuda Seva of Thirunangur Divyadesams. The Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival was celebrated in grand manner during Chitra Pournami in ancient times and was discontinued in the 20^th century. The ardent devotees of Lord Shiva revived this festival in 2016 and is now being celebrated every year. The Lords of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur participates in this festival.

Religious Significance

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/nambuvarkanbar-temple-nangur-religious-significance.html

Literary Mention

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/nambuvarkanbar-temple-nangur-literary-mention.html

Prayers

This temple is considered as Parihara Sthalam for Budhan doshas. Those afflicted with adverse effects of Budhan will pray to Lord Shiva of this temple for relief.

Contact

Nambuvarkanbar Temple,

Nangur, Sirkazhi Taluk,

Mayiladuthurai District – 609 106

Mobile: +91 85239 73449

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 3 Kms from Annankoil, 10 Kms from Vaitheeswarankovil, 10 Kms from Sirkazhi Bus Stand, 11 Kms from Vaitheeswarankovil Railway Station, 11 Kms from Poompuhar, 11 Kms from Sirkazhi, 12 Kms from Sirkazhi Railway Station, 13 Kms from Sembanarkoil, 15 Kms from Thirukadaiyur, 23 Kms from Tharangambadi, 23 Kms from Mayiladuthurai and 146 Kms from Trichy Airport. Buses are available from Sirkazhi and Mayiladuthurai only at specific hours. Regular buses are available to Annankoil from Sirkazhi. The Temple is located at about 3 Kms from Annankoil. The Temple is situated on Sirkazhi – Annankoil – Nangur – Thiruvengadu route.

Location

Airavatheswarar Temple, Perunthottam, Mayiladuthurai

Airavatheswarar Temple, Perunthottam, Mayiladuthurai

Airavatheswarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Perunthottam Village near Nangur in Sirkazhi Taluk in Mayiladuthurai District of Tamil Nadu. Presiding Deity is called as Airavatheswarar and Mother is called as Athithulya Gujambigai. The Temple is considered as Thevara Vaippu Sthalam as Devaram hymns sung by Sundarar and Appar had a mention about this Temple. This Temple is considered as one of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams and Shiva Peedam Temples of Nangur. This Temple is considered as one of the Saptha Vana Temples of Poompuhar and one of the seven temples associated with the family of Lord Shiva.

Legends

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/airavatheswarar-temple-perunthottam-legends.html

History

The temple is said to have been in existence from 6^th century CE and completely rebuilt in 10^th century CE by the Cholas. Lord was mentioned as Jayamkonda Chozhamandalathu Venkundra Kottathu Atheeswara Mudaiyar in the inscriptions available in this temple. This temple is under the administrative control of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department of Government of Tamil Nadu (HR&CE).

The Temple

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/airavatheswarar-temple-perunthottam-temple.html

Temple Opening Time

The Temple remains open from 08.00 AM to 11.00 AM and 04.00 PM to 08.00 PM.

Festivals

The Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur celebrates the Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival in Rohini star day in the Tamil month of Vaikasi similar to the Ekadasa Garuda Seva of Thirunangur Divyadesams. The Ekadasa Rishabaruda festival was celebrated in grand manner during Chitra Pournami in ancient times and was discontinued in the 20^th century. The ardent devotees of Lord Shiva revived this festival in 2016 and is now being celebrated every year.

The Lords of the Ekadasa Rudra Kshetrams of Nangur participates in this festival. Thiru Karthigai & Karthigai Somavaram (Nov-Dec), Thai Poosam & Pongal (Jan-Feb) and Masi Maha Shivaratri (Feb-Mar) are the festivals celebrated here. Tamil New Year, English New Year, Amavasya, Pournami, Pradoshams, Sankatahara Chathurthi, Sashti days and all days in Margazhi month are also celebrated here.

Religious Significance

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/airavatheswarar-temple-perunthottam-religious-significance.html

Literary Mention

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2021/10/airavatheswarar-temple-perunthottam-literary-mention.html

Prayers

Devotees pray here for mental peace, to suppress their angry nature and for wealth. Devotees pray to Vathadum Ganapathy for relief from long pending legal disputes and relief from the disputes arises in their official works. Unmarried girls light gingelly oil lamps at Durga shrine on Fridays and Tuesdays at Rahu Kaala for removing marriage obstacles and marriage boon.

Contact

Airavatheswarar Temple,

Perunthottam, Sirkazhi Taluk,

Mayiladuthurai District – 609 106

Mobile: +91 95787 23853

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 4 Kms from Mangaimadam, 6 Kms from Thiruvengadu, 7 Kms from Nangur, 9 Kms from Thiruvali, 10 Kms from Annankoil, 16 Kms from Sirkazhi, 16 Kms from Sirkazhi Bus Stand, 17 Kms from Vaitheeswaran Koil, 18 Kms from Vaitheeswaran Koil Railway Station, 19 Kms from Sirkazhi Railway Station, 31 Kms from Mayiladuthurai and 159 Kms from Trichy Airport. Buses are available from Sirkazhi and Mayiladuthurai only at specific hours. Regular buses are available to Annankoil from Sirkazhi. The Temple is situated on Sirkazhi – Annankoil – Mangaimadam route. Devotees need to travel 4 Kms from Mangaimadam towards the Bay of Bengal to reach this temple.

Location