Pon Kaliamman Temple, Unjanai, Namakkal

Pon Kaliamman Temple, Unjanai, Namakkal

Pon Kaliamman Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to goddess Kali located in Unjanai Village in Tiruchengode Taluk in Namakkal District in Tamil Nadu. Pon Kaliamman is considered as the family deity of Kaari Kulam of Kongu Vellala Goundars.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 15^th century CE. There are two memorial stones dating back to 15^th century CE can be seen in the temple premises. These stones might be installed in memory of the donors or builders of this temple.

The Temple

This temple consists of sanctum, ardha mandapam and maha mandapam. The sanctum enshrines the image of Pon Kaliyamman. There is a separate shrine for Karuppannar in the temple premises. Huge stucco images of two horses, lion mount and Balipeedam can be seen in front of the temple. An ancient sculpture of Jyestha Devi (Thavvai) can be seen in the temple premises.

Contact

Pon Kaliamman Temple,

Unjanai, Kumaramangalam P.O.,

Tiruchengode Taluk,

Namakkal District – 637 205

Mobile: +91 95247 25356

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 100 metres from Unjanai Bus Stop, 8 Kms from Tiruchengode, 9 Kms from Tiruchengode Central Bus Stand, 17 Kms from Sankagiri Durg Railway Station, 20 Kms from Sankagiri, 32 Kms from Namakkal, 33 Kms from Rasipuram, 33 Kms from Erode, 75 Kms from Salem Airport and 120 Kms from Coimbatore Airport. The temple is situated on Namakkal to Tiruchengode route.

Location

Vadabathira Kali Amman Temple, Sannapuram, Thanjavur

Vadabathira Kali Amman Temple, Sannapuram, Thanjavur

Vadabathira Kali Amman Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Goddess Kali located in Sannapuram Village near Kumbakonam Town in Thiruvidaimarudur Taluk in Thanjavur District of Tamil Nadu. It is believed that Chola Emperor Rajaraja Chola I worshipped Sannapuram Vadabathira Kali regularly during his life time.

Legends

Emperor Rajaraja Chola I used to visit the places in his kingdom in night times in disguise to check the welfare of his subjects. When he used to visit Thirubhuvanam, Thiruvidaimaruthur, Thirunageswaram and Aduthurai areas, his family deity Vadabathira Kali guided him in his visit. He realised it in many times and worshipped her. Sometimes, She used to fly in front of him in the form of parrot.

Rajaraja Chola I was eager to have darshan of Kali in her original form instead of parrot. One day, when he was taking rest under a tree, the parrot appeared before him. The parrot started talking to him and said that she was living in Sannapuravanam where the sound emanated from rice pounder and plunger will not be heard. She further said before starting any work, worship her to have success in all endeavours.

The parrot flew away after talking to emperor. Next day, Emperor embarked to Sannapuravanam along with his entourage. He found the idol of the Vadabathira Kali amidst the forest. He worshipped her and left to the palace. During his stay in Pazhayarai, he never started any works nor went to war without worshipping her.

The Temple

This is a small east facing temple. She looks ferocious with protruding tongue. She is having 16 hands holding various weapons. A demon can be seen at her foot. She was tormenting the demon with her Trisula. There is another idol of Vadabathira Kali on the left side of the sanctum. Varahi Amman can be seen under the Peepal Tree.

Temple Opening Time

The Temple remains open from 12.00 Noon to 02.00 PM in all days except Friday. On Fridays, the temple remains open from 01.00 PM to 09.00 PM.

Festivals

Aadi Fridays are celebrated in this Temple with much fanfare.

Connectivity

The Temple is located at about 2.5 Kms from Thiruvidaimaruthur, 2.5 Kms from Thiruvidaimaruthur Railway Station, 3 Kms from Thirunageswaram, 4 Kms from Thirubuvanam, 8 Kms from Kumbakonam Bus Stand, 8 Kms from Kumbakonam Railway Station, 9 Kms from Kumbakonam, 9 Kms from Nachiyar Koil, 50 Kms from Thanjavur and 104 Kms from Trichy Airport. The Temple is situated on Thiruvidaimarudur – Thirunageswaram – Nachiyar Koil Route. Mini Buses are available from Kumbakonam. Auto facilities are available from Thirunageswaram.

Location

Madras Kali Bari, West Mambalam, Chennai

Madras Kali Bari, West Mambalam, Chennai

Madras Kali Bari is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Goddess Kali located in the neighborhood of West Mambalam in in Chennai City in Tamilnadu. This temple was constructed by the Bengali population in Chennai city.

History

The Madras Kali Bari, started in 1982, is meant to uphold Bengali tradition in a foreign land, but it goes beyond its primary role. Since its inauguration by Swami Lokeshwaranand Maharaj, President of Ramakrishna Mission, Belur Math on 3 Feb 1981.

The Temple

The Temple is constructed on the lines of the Dakshineshwar Kali temple near Kolkata by the Bengali community in the city. The Temple is facing towards west. This Temple resembles the structure of a typical Bengal temple. This white marble temple has Kali as the presiding deity. There is a small meditation hall which is very peaceful. This beautiful and well-maintained temple also has the shrines of Ganesha and Shiva Linga. The bronze idol of Kali is also found in this temple. The marble idols of Ramakrishna Paramahansa and Sarada Devi are found near the entrance of the main shrine.

Festivals

Bengali festivals like Durga Puja and Kali Puja are celebrated with much fanfare here.

Contact

Madras Kali Bari

12, Umapathy Street Extension, Samiyar Madam, 

West Mambalam, Chennai – 600 033

Phone: +91 44 2483 7170

Email: info@madraskalibari.org

Connectivity

The Kali Bari Temple is located in the Umapathy Street Extension, West Mambalam, Chennai. The Temple is located at about 1 Km from Ayodhya Mandapam, 2 Kms from Ashok Pillar, 2 Kms from Saidapet Railway Station, 2 Kms from Mambalam Railway Station, 2 Kms from Ashok Nagar Metro Station, 2 Kms from T Nagar Bus Terminus, 1.5 Kms from T Nagar, 11 Kms from Chennai Central Railway Station, 5 Kms from Koyambedu Mofussil Bus Terminus, 8 Kms from Egmore Railway Station and 11 Kms from Chennai Airport.

West Mambalam is served by Mambalam Railway station (the busiest station after Chennai Central, Egmore and Tambaram), providing access to Chennai Central, Chennai Egmore and Tambaram. The nearest bus terminus is T. Nagar. The bus service connects the area to K.K. Nagar, Vadapalani, Iyappanthangal, Poonamallee, T. Nagar and Broadway (via Postal Colony), Mylapore and Vallalar Nagar (via Rangarajapuram) and Saligramam (via Brindavan Street), West Saidapet and Besant Nagar (via Mettupalayam).

Other less frequent services connect the area to Taramani, Guindy Industrial Estate, Pattabiram, Tollgate and Kundrathur. Addition to that Small bus operated between Ashok Pillar to Liberty via 4th and 7th avenue of Ashok Nagar, Ayodhya Mandapam, Rangarajapuram. Nearest Metro Rail Station is Ashok Nagar.

Location

Bhadra Kaliyamman Temple, Thiruvalangadu, Thiruvallur

Bhadra Kaliyamman Temple, Thiruvalangadu, Thiruvallur

Bhadra Kaliyamman Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Goddess Kali located in Thiruvalangadu in Thiruvallur District of Tamilnadu. The Temple is closely associated with ThiruvalangaduVadaranyeswarar Temple. It is said that after being defeated in the dance performance by Lord Shiva, she stayed in this temple. Lord Shiva gave a boon to the presiding deity - Bhadrakali that the Kaliyamman should be worshiped before Lord Shiva. Kali Idol is granite stone idol and the feet of Kali, firmly planted on the ground, with the bells of a dancer around her ankles. Her face is turned upwards as if she is seeing a shooting star. She was gazing in awe at the feet of Shiva which had touched the clouds.

Connectivity

For brief details, please refer below link;

http://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2018/04/bhadra-kaliyamman-temple-thiruvalangadu-connectivity.html

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Mandhai Karai Kali Temple, Kali, Mayiladuthurai

Mandhai Karai Kali Temple, Kali, Mayiladuthurai

Mandhai Karai Kali Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to goddess Kali located in Kali Village in Mayiladuthurai Taluk in Mayiladuthurai District of Tamil Nadu. The temple is situated on the banks of Vikraman river. This village is said to have seven goddesses temples.

Legends

As per legend, the village was called as Srinivasapuram named after Lord Srinivasa Perumal. It is said that the idol of main deity, Kaliyamman, was found in the Vikraman River. Once, the village and its agricultural fields were heavily flooded due to the torrential rain. Due to devastation of the floods, epidemic diseases and famine struck the village. Several villagers and livestock died due to the lack of medication and food. The surviving villagers surrendered to Abhirami of Thirukameswarar temple for relief. 

They light deepas and performed abhishekam to Abhirami. During deepa aradhana, an old lady got possessed by the goddess and told villagers that she was hidden in the form of Kali under earth in Keeraimedu canal. She further asked the villagers to excavate the idol and build temple for the idol for relief from the natural fury. As instructed, the villagers went to the Keeraimedu canal, excavated the idol and installed the idol. The villagers worshipped the idol sincerely and got relief.

As goddess Kali shown the destination (Karai) for the people who were roaming like a herd (Mandhai) during the natural calamity, she came to be called as Mandhai Karai Kali. It is said that Lord Srinivasa Perumal appeared in the dreams of several villagers and ordered them to rename the village as Kali instead of Srinivasapuram in gratitude to Kaliyamman. The shrine of Kaliyamman can be seen at the entrance of the Kali village.

The Temple

This temple is facing towards north. Her lion mount and Balipeedam can be found facing towards the sanctum. The sanctum sanctorum consists of sanctum and ardha mandapam. Sub shrines of Vinayaga and Murugan can be seen at the entrance of the ardha mandapam. The sanctum enshrines an image of Mandhai Karai Kali, a form of goddess Durga. 

Temple Opening Time

The temple remains open from 06.00 AM to 10.00 AM and 05.00 PM to 08.00 PM.

Festivals

Aadi Thiruvizha & Amavasya (Jul-Aug) and Thai Pongal (Jan-Feb) are the festivals celebrated here.

Prayers

Devotees worship goddess Kaliyamman to get relief from Rahu, Ketu and Chevvai doshas

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 4 Kms from Korukkai, 7 Kms from Thirumanancheri, 9 Kms from Villiyanallur, 9 Kms from Nidur, 10 Kms from Manalmedu, 10 Kms from Kuthalam, 11 Kms from Mayiladuthurai Bus Stand, 11 Kms from Mayiladuthurai Junction Railway Station, 13 Kms from Mayiladuthurai, 33 Kms from Kumbakonam and 134 Kms from Trichy Airport. The temple is situated at about 9 Kms to the west of Nidur on Mayiladuthurai to Manalmedu route.

Location

Vettudaiya Kali Temple, Ariyankurichi, Sivaganga

Vettudaiya Kali Temple, Ariyankurichi, Sivaganga

Vettudaiya Kali Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to goddess Kali located in Ariyankurichi near Kollangudi in Kalaiyar Kovil Taluk in Sivaganga District of Tamil Nadu. Though, the presiding deity is Ayyanar, importance is given to Vettudaiya Kali. People of Vellala community in Kollangudi village are the priests of this shrine performing the daily pujas.

Legends

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2023/09/vettudaiya-kali-temple-ariyankurichi-legends.html

The Temple Complex

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2023/09/vettudaiya-kali-temple-ariyankurichi-temple-complex.html

Temple Opening Time

The temple remains open from 06.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m. continuously. On Pournami days, the temple remains open from 06.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. continuously.

Festivals

Panguni Brahmotsavam (Mar-Apr), Aavani Vinayaka Chathurthi (Aug-Sep), Aadi Perukku & Fridays (Jul-Aug), Purattasi Navaratri (Sep-Oct), Aippasi Skanda Sashti (Oct-Nov), Margazhi Poojas (Dec-Jan), Thai Pongal & Fridays (Jan-Feb) and Masi Maha Shivaratri (Feb-Mar) are the festivals celebrated here. Panguni Brahmotsavam on Swathi Nakshatra day during the Tamil month of Panguni (Mar-Apr) is celebrated for 12 days. Chariot festival is conducted on 9^th day. Poo Choridal (Shower with flowers) is celebrated on 18^th day during the Tamil month of Aadi (Jul-Aug). The lamp festival is celebrated on the last Friday of Adi month. Special Poojas are performed on Poornima, Tuesdays, and Fridays.

Literary Mention

There is a book called Vettudayal Veera Chakram which extols her greatness.

Prayers

Devotees pray here for relief from poverty, illness & mental agony, reunion of those separated due to evil effects, child boon, relief from speech impairments and longevity of their husbands. People also worship Mother Kali to punish those who did wrong to them. There is a unique form of prayer practiced in this temple. Those who are blamed wrongfully for the crimes which they never committed come here and cut a coin and put in the sanctum. It is believed that by doing this procedure, the real culprits will be punished soon.

Contact

Vettudaiya Kali Temple,

Ariyankurichi, Kollangudi,

Kalaiyar Kovil Taluk,

Sivaganga District – 630 556

Phone: +91 4575 232 236 / 202 120

Mobile: +91 90479 28314 / 93633 34311 / 98436 75356

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 2 Kms from Kollangudi, 7 Kms from Kalaiyar Kovil, 10 Kms from Nattarasankottai Railway Station, 15 Kms from Sivaganga Railway Station, 16 Kms from Sivaganga and 67 Kms from Madurai Airport. The temple is situated at about 2 Kms to the south of Kollangudi on Sivaganga to Kalaiyar Kovil route.

Location

Ekambareswarar Temple, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur

Ekambareswarar Temple, Kumbakonam, Thanjavur

Ekambareswarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Kumbakonam Town in Thanjavur District in Tamil Nadu. Presiding Deity is called as Ekambareswarar and Mother is called as Kamakshi Amman. Though, the temple is dedicated to Ekambareswarar and Kamakshi Amman, it is better known for the Rahu Kala Kali Shrine. Hence most of the local people call this temple as Rahu Kala Kali Temple. The tradition of Rahukala Puja began from this temple only. The temple is one of 12 Shiva temples connected with the Mahamaham festival, which takes place in Kumbakonam every 12 years. The Temple is situated in Nageswaran South Street to the north of Mahamagam Tank.

Legends

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2020/06/ekambareswarar-temple-kumbakonam-legends.html

History

This temple is believed to have been constructed by Vishwakarma community as their Kula Deivam is Kamakshi. This temple is being managed by them. The last consecration of the temple was held on 22 October 2015.

The Temple

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2020/06/ekambareswarar-temple-kumbakonam-temple.html

Temple Opening Time

The temple remains open from 6.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon and 4.30 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

Festivals

Daily Raahu Kala Pujas, Sumangali Aradhana on Pooram star day in the Tamil month Purattasi (Sep-Oct), to ensure a long Mangal Sutra prosperity for women, Tiruvilakku Puja on the last Friday of Aadi month (Jul-Aug) are the pujas and celebrations in the temple. Mother Kamakshi visits the Mahamaham tank during Mahamaha festival.

Religious Significance

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2020/06/ekambareswarar-temple-kumbakonam-religious-significance.html

Prayers

Another unique thing about this temple is the Rahu Kala Pooja performed every day. Perhaps this must have been one of the first temples to start the Rahu Kala Pooja. For this Pooja, devotees first worship Raja Ganapathi and then participate in the Pooja to Kalika Parameswari (Rahu Kala Kali). Devotees believe that when prayers are offered to her during Rahukalam, all their problems would be solved. In the Pooram star of the Tamil month Puratasi ( Sep-Oct), Sumangali Pooja is conducted in a grand scale. Girls who want to get married, pray to her and it is believed that it mostly ends in success.  Virgins awaiting marriage, pray to Kannika Parameswari seeking a good groom. Visiting this temple is equivalent of visiting Kanchi Ekambareswarar Temple.

Connectivity

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://tamilnadu-favtourism.blogspot.com/2020/06/ekambareswarar-temple-kumbakonam-connectivity.html

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