Tuesday 25 September 2012

Sri Devaadi Raja Perumal Temple / Devadhirajan Temple / Amaruviappan Kovil / 108 - DIVYA DESAM / Therazhundur/ Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu.

24, September 2012
This temple is in the opposite street of a Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam in Therazhundur, near Mayiladuthurai. The perumal in this temple is as Krishnan - Amaruviappan. I had the chance of worshiping Sri Krishnan on 23-09-2012, when I went to Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalangal in and around Kumbakonam and Mayiladuthurai. The temple is big with a Temple tank, in front with  rajagopuram. Sila roopam of  Kambar available  in the inside of Rajagopuram. This is the birth place of Kambar.

Moolavar  : Sri Devaadi Rajan
Thayar     : Sri Sengamala Valli Thayar

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE : CLICK HERE


 ( Moolavar vimanam )
 ( Entrance arch Stucco image )
 ( Rajagopuram with kodimaram )
 ( Temple pond in front of temple )
 ( Kambar Kottam )
 ( Kambar Kottam near his birth place  )
--- OM SHIVAYA NAMA ---

Sri Masilamaiswarar Temple/ Sri Masilamaneeswarar Temple/ மாசிலாமணீஸ்வரர் கோயில், Thiruvaduthurai, Sri Kokileeswarar Temple, Thirukozhambam, Sri Ukthavedeeswarar Temple, Thiruthuthuruthi, Sri Vedapureeswarar Temple, Therazhundur, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil nadu. IN & AROUND KUMBAKONAM AND MAYILADUTHURAI

28, September 2012
( Continuation from the previous post )
23-09-2012, SUNDAY.
153/ 36.  SRI MASILAMANEESWARAR TEMPLE. THIRUVADUTHURAI. 

This is the 153rd Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam  and 36th Sthalam on the south  side  of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Moovar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.

 ( Back side of east Rajagopuram)

Moolavar    : Sri Masilamaneeswarar, Sri Komuktheeswarar
Consort      : Sri Oppilamulammai, Sri Athulyakujambigai.

Some of the important features of this temple are.....
The temple is facing east with a 5 tier Rajagopuram. The temple tank is in front. Balipeedam, Dwajasthambam and a big Stucco Rishabam is in front of sanctum sanctorum. A 3 tier second level Rajagopuram is after the Rishabam. In koshtam Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy, Brahma and Durgai.

Ambal worshiped Lord Shiva in the form of Cow. Shiva performed maha thandavam  and the same is called as Sundara nadanam.

In prakaram sannadhi for Vinayagar, Sri Valli Devasena Subramaniar. There is no Navagrahas. Separate temple for Theyagesar and moortham for Thyagesar, Sempon thyagesar, Puthrathyagesar, Sornathyagesar.

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala, artha mandapam and a mukha mandapam. A vesara vimana is over the sanctum. 
 ( Back side view of Moolavar vimanam)

LEGENDS
After conducting pooja to Thirumaligai thevar pooja to be done for  Namasivaya Moorthy. Seraman Peruman Nayanar, Vikrama Pandian worshiped the Lord of this temple.

King Thirumaligai thevar and Narasingan  are chased away by the Rishabams and hence there is no Rishabam stucco images found on the on the walls.

Thirugnanasambandar received gold from Iraivan to perform velvi of his father. Sundarar got cured from a decease.

This is the Rishabam sthalam of Thiruvidaimaruthur’s parivara sthalangal. Lord Shiva sat under Devarkal’s “Padar arasu".

Thirumoolar had done dhabas in this place and written Thirumanthiram. Boga siddhar’s disciple  Maligaithevar had done many siddhus.

Child was born to Musukuntha King after praying Lord Shiva of this temple. Dharma devathai has became  a vahanam to Lord Shiva. Samadhi of Thirumoolar, Thirumaligai thevar are in this village.

 ( Thirumoolar Sannadhi )

HOW TO REACH :
This is on the bus route Kumbakonam to Mayiladuthurai.

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE :CLICK HERE

 ( Big size Rishabam in front of  Kodimaram)
 ( Front view of Rajagopuram )
 ( View of Temple from Rajagopuram )
 ( Sannadhi on the right side of Rajagopuram )
( Stucco images are also on the back side of rajagopuram )


152/35. SRI KOKILEESWARAR TEMPLE ( KOZHAMBANATHAR TEMPLE ). THIRUKOZHAMBAM. 
Now this place is called as Thiru kozhambam. This is the 152nd Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 35th Stalam on the south side of river Kaveri. This temple has got the Thirugnanasambandar and Appar’s Devara hymns.

 ( Rajagopuram at the second level )

Moolavar    : Sri Kokilesswarar, Sri Kozhambanathar.
Consort      : Sri Soundaranayagi.

Some of the important features of this temple are.....
The temple is facing east with an entrance arch. There is a three tier Rajagopuram in front of sanctum sanctorum. Rishabam and balipeedam are after the Rajagopuram. In Koshtam Natarajar, Sattainathar, Pitchadanar, Dakshinamurthy, Durgai, Lingothbavar, Brahma, Vinayagar.

In the prakaram Sannadhi for Vinayagar, Appar, Murugan, Gajalakshmi, Bairavar.

ARCHITECTURE
Stucco images of Vinayagar, Shiva and Parvati and Murugan are on the top of the entrance arch. The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala and ardha mandapam. The sanctum sanctorum is on a prati bandha adhistanam. A vesara Vimana is over the sanctum.

LEGENDS
Scar Impression of cow's ( Sri Parvati in the form of Cow) leg is found on the Avudayar ( Archakar’s son showed me the same). To get rid of the Curse Sri Parvati, was born as Cow and worshiped Lord Shiva of this temple.

HOW TO REACH : 
On the bus route Kumbakonam to Karaikal, get down at S. Pudur (  near Melaangalangan )and the temple is 1 Km.
Can go from Thiruvidaimaruthur also.  ( Thiruvalangadu) The distance is 5 Km.

CONTACT DETAILS 
Land Line numbers are : +91 4364 232 055  and +91 4364 2320 005

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE  CLICK HERE

 ( Moolavar Vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi )
 ( Moolavar sannadhi entrance painting )
 ( Corridor view with sthala vruksham)
 ( Temple complex )
( Gurukkal's son with TVS 50 , who took me to the dharshan )


154/37. SRI UKTHAVEDEESWARAR TEMPLE. THIRUTHURUTHI / KUTHALAM. 


Now this place is called as Kuttalam. This is the 154th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 37th Sthalam on the south side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Moovar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple. 

 ( Shiva and Ambal sannadhi entrance with sthala viruksham)

Moolavar    : Sri Ukthavedeeswarar, Sri Sonnavaaru Arivar.
Consort     : Sri Amirthamukizhambigai,
                   Sri Arumbannavanamulayal,  
                   Sri Imruthamukulakujambigai.

Some of the important features of this temple are..........
The temple is facing east with a 5 tier Rajagopuram. Ambal is in a separate temple like sannadhi with individual 3 tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Dwajasthambam and Rishabam are near the sthala vruksham.

The temple was in a place where both side river was flowing, now the river is flowing on one side.

LEGENDS
Uma, Varunan, Kali, Kasiban, Angirasan, Gowthaman, Vasistar, Markandeyar, Pulathiyar, Agathiyar worshiped the Lord Shiva of this temple.

Sthala vruksham is Ukthalamaram and there is no such tree available in the world. Sundarar got cured from a  decease after consuming /eating sthala viruksha leaves. The tree has lot of medicinal properties. Lord Shiva’s Padhakoradu is available under the sthala vruksham.
 
Betrothal ( Nitchayathartham ) was performed to Lord Shiva and Ambal in this place. Marriage was performed for Lord Shiva and parvati, Stucco image is on back side of Sanctum.

HOW TO REACH :
Buses from Kumbakonam, Mayiladuthurai, Thanjavur.
On the bus route Kumbakonam to Mayiladuthurai.

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE CLICK HERE

 ( Moolavar Vimanam )
 ( Back side of moolavar vimanam stucco images of Shiva and Parvati Kalyanam )
 ( Another view of Moolavar Vimanam big size stucco images )
 ( Ambal temple entrance with Sthala vruksham)
Front rajagopuram 


155/38. SRI VEDAPUREESWARAR TEMPLE, THERAZHUNDUR. 


This is the 155th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam  and 38th sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri. This temple has the Thirugnanasambandar devara hymns.

 ( Moolavar vimanam )

Moolavar    : Sri Vedapureeswarar, Sri Athyabakesar.
Consort      : Sri Soundaranayagi

Some of the Salient features of this temple are...
The temple is facing west with a 5 tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Dwajasthambam and Rishabam are immediately after the Rajagopuram. In koshtam Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy ( Medha Dakshinamurthy ), Lingothbavar, Brahma, Chathurbhuja Durgai. Ashta Dikku Thisaibalagar’s paintings and Sudhai dwarapalakas. A Moat is around the sanctum.

In prakaram Sannadhi for Subramaniyar, Navagrahas, Shethra lingam, Kadamba Vaneswarar, Valamchuzhy Vinayagar, Kaveri, Agasthiyar. In Navagrahas except Suryan others are facing Suryan and Suryan is facing west.

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala and artha mandapam. The artha mandapam is of Vavval nethi type. A Vesara Vimana is over the sanctum.

HISTORY AND INSCRIPTIONS
Chozha King Kulothungan-III. Period inscriptions are on the wall. 

LEGENDS
Agasthiyar made the king's Chariot to ground, when the king disturbs Agasthiyar’s pooja. Hence this place is called as Therazhundur.

Vedas, Devas, Thisaibalakas worshiped this temple lord Shiva.

HOW TO REACH: 
Next to Moovalur on Mayiladuthurai to Kumbakonam – Check post  5 kM from main road.
Town bus available from Mayiladuthurai  and Kumbakonam. ( Route No 33)
Can come from Kuthalam by auto or Taxi also.

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE : CLICK HERE

 ( Agasthiyar and sanagatha munivars in Dakshinamurthy sannadhi)

 ( Temple view with Kodimaram )
 ( Ambal sannadhi  vimanam )
(5 tier Rajagopuram )
--- OM SHIVAYA NAMA ---

Monday 24 September 2012

Sri Sivayoginathar Temple, Thiruvisanallur, Sri Sathyagireeswarar Temple , Senganoor, Sri Baluganda Nathar Temple, Thiruvoipadi, Sri Aruna Jadeswarar Temple, Thiruppanandal. Sri Karkadeswarar Temple, Thirunthuthevankudi, Sri Prananatheswarar Temple, Thirumangalakudi, Sri Agneeswarar Temple / Sukran Temple, Kanjanur, Sri Kodeeswarar Temple / Thirukoteeswarar Temple. Thirukodikaval. Sri Iyravatheswarar Temple / Airavatheeswarar Temple, Ethirkolpadi, Sri Uthvaka Nathaswamy Temple / Kalyanasundareswarar Temple, Thirumanancheri, Sri Kalyanasundareswarar Temple, Thiruvelvikudi, Sri Abathsahayeswarar Temple / Agnipureeswarar Temple, Anniyur, Korukkai Veeratteswarar Temple, Thiru Korukkai, Sri Somanathaswami Temple, Nidur / Thiru Needur, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu.

 24, September 2012
On 22nd and 23rd September 2012, I had undertaken my 3rd  yathra to Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalangal in and around Kumbakonam and this time Mayiladuthurai also. As usual reached Kumbakonam on 22nd morning from Chennai by bus. After taking bath at lodge, hired a taxi and started my yathra. I was able to cover 18 Shiva Temples and a Vishnu Temple ( Lord Krishna as Amruviappan,  one of 108 Divya desam at Therazhundur). 

22-09-2012, SATURDAY.

First, I had been to THIRUVISANALLUR. After dharshan my plan was to go to Thiruthuthevankudi. Since the temple was scheduled to open only after 09.00 Hrs, skipped and went to the temple SENGANOOR ( Senganur ). The road was very bad, since the road is being used by bullock carts. After darshan at SENGANUR went to THIRUVOIPADI and THIRUPPANANDAL. Returned back once again to TIRUNDUDEVANKUDI. After completing darshan proceeded to THIRUMANGALAKUDI and  KANCHANOOR. Kanchanoor is one of the Navagraha sthalam, ie SUKRAN Sthalam. Lot of peoples throng this temple for darshan. Pooja is mainly conducted for Sukran. The Sukran sannadhi is in parallel to Shiva’s sannadhi. Then went to the temples THIRUKODIKAVALETHIRKOLPADI ( Melai Thirumanancheri ) and THIRUMANANCHERI  ( Keezhai Thirumanancheri). In the Kalyana Sundareswarar sannadhi, at Thirumanancheri, Ambal looks very cute with a beautiful smile on her face ( Naanam ). Tried our luck to have darshan at Thiruvelvikudi, but to our disappointment the temple was closed.

After lunch at Kuthalam returned back to THIRUVELVIKUDI and spend about 3 hours on the banks of Temple tank. It was an awesome and amazing  site to see the temple tank with water  and king fisher catching the fish. The temple was opened only at 17.30 Hrs, against opening time of 16.30 hrs. After dharshan went to the temple THIRU ANNIYUR ( Ponnur ), (The temple priest explained me in detail and allowed to take pictures. He asked me to spread the temple details, so that more peoples can visit to this temple), THIRU KORUKKAI ( Korkai/ Korukkai ) and THIRU NIDUR ( Nidur – a station on the train route). The dharshan at the last three temples, had with the   lamps / torch light and the prakarams were under the cover of darkness, due to power failure/ load shedding. Closed my  day’s darshan and returned back to lodge.


23-09-2012, SUNDAY.
Based on my previous yathra darshans experience, like to use the public transport to cover some more temples this time also.  First I went to the temple THIRUVADUTHURAI. After dharshan I came to know that the same  Gurukkal is doing pooja at THITUKKOZHAMBAM also. When I requested, Gurukkal for darshan, he asked his son to take me to the temple through his TVS 50 ( Kurukkal also offered me a Kumbakonam degree coffee). It was about 5 KM journey from Thiruvaduthurai  on a bumpy road and Gurukkal’s son dropped me back at the Thiruvalangadu bus stand. Since KUTHALAM is on the way to Mayiladuthurai, got down at Kuthalam and had the dharshan at Kuthalam. The temple is big and understands that temple authorities are preparing for the Kumbhabhishekam. Waited for the bus to THERAZHUNDUR for about 1.5 Hrs, finally hired a taxi for one way to Theruzhundur. The pooja was conducted by a Vishnu battachariyar at this shiva temple.  After darshan at Shiva temple, I also had the darshan of Lord Krishna ( Lord Krishna as Amuruviappan ),  which is on the opposite street of Shiva Sannadhi.

We know that there is a relationship between the temple at Thiruvaiyaru and nearby temples in connection with the marriage function of Sri Nandhi devar at Thirumazhapadi. Similarly  the marriage between Lord Shiva and Parvati  after separation due to pakadai/ Chokkattan  attam. This time Lord Vishnu was also involved   

I couldn’t make visit to Pandanallur and Mayiladuthurai as planned ( Too greedy ). During my visit most of the temples were locked and the Gurukkals  are kind enough to open the temple for  my dharshan. I expressed my heartfelt thanks to all. 

97/43. SRI SIVAYOGINATHAR TEMPLE. THIRUVISANALLUR. 


This place is now called as Thiruvisanallur. This is the 97th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam  and 43rd sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri In Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar has sung hymns in praise of lord Shiva of this temple. This is the birth place of Uyyavantha deva Nayanar who had  sung the Thiruvunthiyar. This temple is known for Bhairavar worship.

( 5 tier Rajagopuram )

Moolavar    : Sri Sivayoginathar, Sri Purathaneswarar,
                   Sri Vilvaranyeswarar.
Consort      : Sri Shantha Nayagi, Sri Soundara Nayagi

Some of the important features of this temple are..........
The temple is facing east with a 5 tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Rishabam Dwajasthambam are after the Rajagopuram. In Koshtam, Narthana Ganapathy, Dakshinamurthy, Mahavishnu in Lingothbavar place, Brahma, Durgai. Bas relief of King and Queen, Brahma and Lord Vishnu worshiping Lord Shiva  on the walls of the sanctum wall.

In the prakaram sannadhi for Saptamatrikas, Nalvar, Ganapathi, Lakshmi Narayanan, Subramaniar, Pancha Lingas, Sri Mahalakshmi, Navagrahas. Sannadhi for Chatur Kala bhairavas and special poojas are conducted.

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala, artha mandapam and a mukha mandapam. 

Ambal is in a separate temple like Sannadhi with sanctum, antarala and artha mandapam.  There is a Time clock, based on the sun movement on the south side temple wall.

HISTORY & INSCRIPTIONS
Chozha and Vijayanagara period inscriptions found on the walls and adhistanam which speaks about donations given to this temple for pooja and burning of lamps. Nagarathar had done thiruppani. The temple is under the control HR& CE and being maintained by of Thanjavur Maratha Palace.

LEGENDS
Jadayu worshiped Lord Shiva of this temple.

HOW TO REACH : 
On the bus route Thiruvidaimaruthur to Veppathur.
Town buses available from Kumbakonam route nos 2, 28 & 38

CONTACT DETAILS 
Land line and mobile numbers are ; 0435 200 0679 and 94447 47142

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE : CLICK HERE
 
 ( Bas reliefs of a King and Queen worshiping Lord Shiva on the Sanctum Sanctorum wall )
  Moolavar vimanam -  in Koshtam Mahavishnu 
 ( Naalvar )
 ( Corridor View )
( Brahma and Maha Vishnu worshiping Lord Shiva  )



95/ 41. SRI SATYAGIREESWARAR TEMPLE. SENGANUR 


Now this place is called as Senganoor / Senganur /Seignalur. This is the 95th Thevara Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 41st   sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu.  Thirugnanasambandar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
 
 ( Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi )

Moolavar    : Sri Sathyagireeswarar, Sri Sathyagirinathar
Consort      : Sri Saki Deviammai.

Some of the important features of this temple ........
The temple is facing east with and entrance arch. This one of the mada koil built by  Ko Chenkat Chozhan. There are two prakaram of one is on the top around the sanctum and other is at the base level. Nandhi and balipeedam are in front of  the sanctum. The sanctum sanctorum consists of sanctum, antarala and artha mandapam. A vesara Vimana is on the sanctum. In Koshtam Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy, Mahavishnu, Brahma and Durgai.

In Maha mandapam Natarajar darshan, Bhairavar (Tap on the side of Bairavar, you will hear venkala/bronze bell sound  by placing ear on the wall near Suryan &  Chandran), Suryan, Chandran, Nalvar, Vinayagar, Murugan, Gajalakshmi,  Chandikeswarar. On Chandikeswarar murthy - pirai is shown on the head, Sadai, Kundalam, Gangai are to be watched. In this posture Lord Shiva gave darshan to  Chandeeswara Nayanar. Ambal Sannadhi is little away facing east.

This is the birth place for Chandeeswara Nayanar. Sibi and Harichandran worshiped lord Shiva. Sri Murugan got the Uruthira Pasupatham  to destroy  Suran after worshiping Lord Shiva of this temple.

HOW TO REACH:
On Kumbakonam  to Thiruppanandal route, after Nedungkollai, Senganur Koot road – Sri Chandeeswara Nayanar Arch – right side road 1 Km.

CONTACT DETAILS :
Mobile and Land line numbers are : 93459 82373 and 0435 2457 459

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE :CLICK HERE

 
 ( Moolavar Vimanam with Chandikeswarar sannadhi )
 ( Chandikeswarar - Pirai chandran, Ganga, Jada mudi, and kundalam on the head)
 ( Mada koil view from arch )
( Front arch ) 
( Wall painting  of another Shiva temple in the same village )


94/40.  SRI BALUGANDA NATHAR TEMPLE. THIRUVOIPADI. 


Now this place is called as Thiruvoipadi. This is the 94th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 40th sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Appar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple. 

 ( Moolavar Vimanam )

Moolavar    : Sri Baluganda Natha Swami, Sri Balugandheeswarar.
Consort      : Sri Birugandha Nayagi, Sri Periyanayagi.

Some of the important features of this temple are........
The temple is facing east with an entrance  arch. Nandi and balipeedam are immediately after the entrance. The sanctum sanctorum consists of sanctum and artha mandapam. Front mandapam is of vavvalnethi mandapam. Ambal is in a separate sannadhi in standing posture.

In the prakaram Bhairavar, Suryan, Chandran, Saneeswarar and Natarajar. Chandikeswarar worshiped lord Shiva of this temple.

HOW TO REACH
The place on the Kumbakonam to Thiruppanandal route after Senganur.

CONTACT DETAILS :
Mobile number is 94421 67104.

LOCATION OF THE  TEMPLE :CLICK HERE

 ( Vavval nethi mandapam )
 ( Temple front view )
( Entrance door with arch ) 

93/ 39. SRI ARUNA JADESWARAR TEMPLE, THIRUPPANANDAL. 


This is the 93rd Thevara Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 39th  sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple. Shiva came on a palm leaf, hence this place is called as Panandal.

 ( Ambal temple rajagopuram )

Moolavar    : Sri Chenchadaiyar, Sri Thalavaneswarar,
                   Sri Jadaathar,  Sri Aruna Jadeswarar, 
                   Sri Thalapureeswarar.
Consort      : Sri Birukandha Nayagi, Sri Periyanayagi,
                   Sri Thaalavaneswari.

Some of the important features of this temple are........
The temple is facing east with a 7 tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Dwajasthambam and Rishabam are in a  recently built mandapa. In the sanctum  Moolavar is swayambhu.

In Aasthana mandapam Urthavadhandava moorthy. In prakaram Subramaniyar, Lakshmi, Panchabootha Lingas, Bairavar, Suryan, Chandran, Saptha kannis, 63 var /Arupathumoovar.

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of Sanctum sanctorum, antarala and artha mandapam. Ambal is in a separate Temple with 3 tier Rajagopuram facing east. 

HISTORY
The katrali / complete stone temple was built by King Nakkantharan.

LEGENDS
In Prakaram two male palm trees under that there is Shiva Linga moortham in slanting position. In 16 pillar mandapam paintings of Shiva leaned forward to accept the garland from a lady Thadagai. Latter Shiva was straightened by Gunguliayakalaya Nayanar.

Lord Shiva of this temple was worshiped by, Brahma, Thirumal, Indiran, Iravatham, Agathiyar, Suryan, Chandran,  Adhiseshan, Naga kannigas, Thadagai and Gunguliakalaya Nayanar

HOW TO REACH :
Buses available from Mayiladuthurai and Kumbakonam.

CONTACT DETAILS:
Mobile and land line numbers are 94431 16322 and 0435 245 6047

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE :CLICK HERE

 ( Corridor view with sthala vruksham Palm tree )

 ( Stucco images in front mandapam )
 ( Front Mandapam )
( 7 Tier Rajagopuram ) 

96/42. SRI KARKADESWARAR TEMPLE. TIRUNDUDEVANKUDI


Now this place is called as Nandangkoil/ Nandu koil. This is the 96th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 42nd sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.


Moolavar    : Sri Karkadakeswarar ( Karkadam – Nandu )
Consort      : Sri Arumarunthammai, Sri Apoorvanayagi.

Some of the important features of this temple are.......
The temple is facing east with an entrance arch. Agali around the sanctum.  In Koshtam, Narthana Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Brahma and Durgai. An ekathala Dravida stone Vimana is on the sanctum. Dwarapalakas in sudhai at the entrance.

There are two Ambal sannadhis. Sri Arumarunthammai and Sri Apoorva Nayagi. Ambal Arumarunthammai was installed by the King of that area after he was cured  from a decease.

In the inner prakaram sannadhi for Dhanvanthiri, Agasthiyar, Kaala Bhairavar, Suryan, Chandran, Naalvar, Ganapathy, Subramaniyar and Gajalakshmi. Natarajar is of Stucco image. 

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, Antarala and Artha mandapam. Ekatha Dravida Vimanam is over the sanctum sanctorum. The temple was completely from Adhistanam to Stupi, constructed with Stone called Katrali. The adhistanam is of simple pada bandha adhistanam with 3 patta kumudam. The prastaram consists of Valapi, Kapotam and Viyyala vari. Ashtamangala bas-relief at the entrance of the artha mandapam.


Ashtamangala bas-relief

LEGENDS
As per sthala purana Indra worshiped Lord Shiva with 1008 Sengazhuneer flowers /after taking a dip in the theertham. Every day Indra found that one number was short to 1008. Since it happened every day, Indra wanted to check personally. When he was watching a flower was moving through pranalika / komukha in to the sanctum and a crab was offering the flower to Lord Shiva. Since crab ( Karkadam in Sanskrit is Nandu in Tamil ) worshiped Lord Shiva, Lord Shiva of this temple is called as "Karkadeswarar".


HOW TO REACH :
Buses from Mayiladuthurai and Kumbakonam up to Thiruvisanallur and a KM has to walk to reach this temple.

CONTACT DETAILS :
Mobile and land line numbers are +91 99940 15871 and +91 435 200 0240.

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE : CLICK HERE

 ( Moolavar Vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi - Stone construction )
 (  Rajaraja Chozha with his wives - bas-reliefs on the wall )
 ( Temple complex view )
 ( Colour full Sudhai Nataraja with Ambal )
 ( Temple front mandapam view )
( Front entrance Arch )


92/ 38. SRI PRANANATHESWARAR TEMPLE, THIRUMANGALAKUDI. 


This is the 92nd Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 38th Sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar and Appar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.

 ( Moolavar vimanam with Chandikeswarar sannadhi )

Moolavar    : Sri Prananantheswarar
Consort      : Sri Mangalanayagi

Some of the important features of this temple are .........
The temple is facing east with 5 tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Rishabam and Dwajasthambam are in the mukha mandapam. Moolavar is little taller. Urchavars are Chandrasekar, Mayil vahanan, Naalvar, Pradosha Nayagar. In koshtam, Dakshinamurthy, Rishbaroodar, Brahma, Durgai.

In prakaram 11 Shiva lingas, Vinayagar, Arumugam, Gajalakshmi, Bairavar, Two Natarajar.

LEGENDS
A story – During 1st Kulothungan period, a minister build this temple using the peoples tax with out the knowledge of the king. King ordered to shear his head and the body was brought to this village  ( as per his wish – to be buried in this place ) he became alive  by the blessings of Ambal.

Sri Kaali, Suryan, Thirumal, Brahma, Agathiyar worshiped lord of this temple. Pancha Mangala shethram. ( Mangala vimanam, Mangala Vinayagar, Mangalambigai, Mangala theertham, Mangalakudi ).

It is believed that Navagraha   dosha will be  removed after worshiping lord Shiva of this temple.

HOW TO REACH :
It is in the bus route Kumbakonam – Kathiramangalam – Mayiladuthurai

CONTACT DETAILS :
The land line number is 0435 247 0480

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE : CLICK HERE

 ( Front Mandapam view )


( Maha mandapam with Kodimaram )
( 5 tier Rajagopuram )


90/ 36. SRI AGNISWARAR TEMPLE ( SUKRAN TEMPLE ), KANJANUR. 


This is the 90th Theevara Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 36th Sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Appar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple. 

 ( Moolavar Vimanam )

Moolavar    : Sri Agneeswarar
Consort      : Sri Karpagambigai.

Some of the important features of this temple are..........
The temple is facing east with a three tier Rajagopuram. Rishabam Dwajasthambam  are in a mandapam. A second level 2 tier Rajagopuram is at the entrance of sanctum sanctorum. Moolavar is swayambhu- little big in size. In koshtam, Vinayagar, Dakshinamurthy, Brahma and Durgai.  Ambal is in a separate sannadhi  in Thirumanakolam / Marriage posture.

In outer prakaram Mayura Subramaniyar, mahalakshmi and parasu maram. Sila roopam for Suraikai baktha and his wife.

In Parakaram sannadhi for Bairavar, Suryan, Saneeswarar, Chandran, Navagrahas, Naalvar. In Natarajar sabha Natarajar moolamurthy thirumeniyil Ambal Sivakami. A separate Sannadhi for Sukran in parallel with Lord Shiva.

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala, ardha mandapam. The artha mandapam is of vavvalanethi mandapam, built during marathas period.
  
 ( Vavvalnethi mandapam )

HISTORY 
Chozha, Marathas, Vijayanagara kings period inscriptions are found.

LEGENDS
Mukti Thandavam danced for Parasuramar. Kal Rishabam ate the grass for poor anthanar. A Sukran parihara sthalam

HOW TO REACH :
Mayiladuthurai to Kallanai-bus route- Anjaar Vaathalai- Pandanallur – Kumbakonam salai, Kathiramangalam from there Thirukodikaval, Kottur Kanjanur.
Bus from Kumbakonam near Thiruvaduthurai.

CONTACT DETAILS :
Land line number is  0435 - 247 3737

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE :CLICK HERE

 ( Saptamatrikas are on the arch)

( Front 3 tier Rajagopuram )

91/37. THIRUKOTEESWARAR TEMPLE / SRI KODEESWARAR TEMPLE, THIRUKODIKAVAL. 


Now this place is called as Thirukodikaval. This is the 91st Thevaram paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 37th Sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar and Appar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of the temple.
 
 ( Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi )

Moolavar    : Sri Kodeeswarar, Sri  Kodinathar
Consort      : Sri Thripurasundari, Sri Vadivambigai

Some of the important features of this temple are....
The temple is facing east with a 5 tier Rajagopuram.  Balipeedam, Dwajasthambam and Rishabam are in a mukha mandapam abutting the 2nd level Rajagopuram of 2 tiers. Moolavar on a square avudayar and little taller.  In Koshtam Narthana vinayagar, Natarajar, Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Brahma, Ashtabhuja Durgai, Pichadanar, Agasthiyar. The sanctum out side is like a moat /agazhi style.

In the inner prakaram, sannadhi for Karaiyetrum Vinayagar, Mayil vahanar, Sivalingamurthy, Gajalakshmi, Jyeshta devi, Kala bhairava, Suryan, Chandran, Saneeswarar, Durvasa.

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, Antarala and Artha mandapam. Ekathala vesara Vimanam is on the sanctum sanctorum. Mandapam was built around the sanctum sanctroum. The artha mandapam is of Vavvaknethi style. 

LEGENDS
As per Legend Karaikkal Ammaiyar came to this temple through head.

HOW TO REACH :
The temple is on the bus route Kumbakonam to Kathiramangalam.
Mayiladuthurai  to Kathiramangalam via Kuttalam

CONTACT DETAILS
Mobile number is 94866 70043

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE :CLICK HERE

 ( Temple complex view )
 (Bas-reliefs  at the entrance wall of rajagopuram )
 (Temple view through Rajagopuram)
( Rajagopuram )
                                         
                                           
78 / 24. SRI IYRAVATHESWARAR TEMPLE, AIRAVATESHWARAR TEMPLE, ETHIRKOLPADI - MELA THIRUMANANCHERI. 


Now this place is called as Mela Thirumanancheri. This is the 78th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 24th sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Sundarar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
 
 ( Moolavar sannadhi with Chandikeswarar sannadhi )

Moolavar    : Sri Iyrathavatheswarar, Sri Madhyaneswarar
Consort      : Sri Suguntha Gunthalambigai, Sri Malar Kuzhal madhu.

Some of the important features of this temple are .......
The temple is facing west with a three tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam and Rishabam are after the Rajagopuram.

In Prakaram Bhairavar, Vinayagar, Shani Bhagavan, Suryan, chandran. Sannadhi for Vinayagar, Subramaniyar, Mahalakshmi.

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of Sanctum sanctorum, antarala and artha mandapam.  

LEGENDS
The marriage conducted by Lord Shiva to a prince at ThiruVelvikudi was received by  Lord as uncle from this temple after Lord Shiva came out of Sanctum worshiped lord of this temple.

HOW TO REACH 
Bus  from Mayiladuthurai is available via Kuthalam to Thirumanancheri

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE CLICK HERE

 ( Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi )
 ( Temple complex view )
( 3 tier Rajagopuram) 


79/ 25. SRI UTHAVAKA NATHASWAMY TEMPLE / KALYANASUNDARESWARAR TEMPLE, THIRUMANANCHERI.  


Now this place is called as Keezha Thirumanancheri or Thirumanancheri. This is the 79th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 25th Sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri. This temple has got the Thirugnanasambandar and Appar Devara Pathigam.


 ( Temple view kodimaram and Rajagopuram )

Moolavar    : Sri Uthvaka Nathaswamy., Sri Arulvallanatha Swamy
Consort      : Sri Kohilambal

Some of the important features of this temple are....
The temple is facing east with a 5 Tier Rajagopuram. Dwajasthambam and Rishabam are  between, entrance 5 tier and 2nd level Rajagopuram. In koshtam, Pichadanar, Bala Ganapathy, Natarajar, Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Brahma, Ragu, Durgai, Gangavisarjanar. Ambal is in a separate sannadhi, small in size.

In prakaram Nalvar, Subramaniyar, Gajalakshmi, Kala bhairava, Saneeswaran, Pachai Nayaki and Pachaiyappa Nathar.

ARCHITECTURE
The sanctum sanctorum consists  of Sanctum, antarala and artha mandapam. 

LEGENDS
Iraivan as Kalyanasundarar married Ambal as Kohilambigai in this temple and Ambal as a bride to be watched- young and beautiful with smile on her face (naanam.) and facing down.

This is a Rahu graha dosha parihara sthalam.

HOW TO REACH :
Town bus available from Mayiladuthurai to Thirumanancheri Via Kuthalam.

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE :CLICK HERE

 ( Kalyana kola stucco images in the Rajagopuram)
( Rajagopuram front view )


77/ 23. SRI KALYANASUNDARESWARAR TEMPLE. THIRUVELVIKUDI.


This is the 77th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 23rd sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri. This temple has got Thirugnanasambandar and Sundarar Devara Pathikam.

 ( 3 tier rajagopuram back side view )

Moolavar    :Sri  Gowthageeswarar, Sri Kalyanasundareswarar,
                  Sri Manavaaleeswarar
Consort      :Sri Parimala Sugantha Nayagi, 
                  Sri Kouthakesinarumchanthu Nayagi

Some of the important features of this temple are.....
The temple is facing east with a 3 tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam, Rishabam are after the Rajagopuram. In koshtam Lingothbavar, Arthanareeswarar ( different from others – Parvati on the right side – right half ), Chandrasekar, Dakshinamurthy.

In artha mandapam Agathiyar, Natarajar and Vinayagar ( Pillayar is doing prayer for Lord Shiva's Velvi Completion. There are two Bhairavas facing Moolavar. Stucco images of Kalyana Sundarar and Parvati in a separate Sannadhi, looks very beautiful.

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala and artha mandapam. The sanctum sanctorum is on a pada bandha adhistanam with 3 patta kumudam. 

HISTORY AND INSCRIPTIONS
Inscriptions of 1st Parantaka Chozhan period are found.

LEGENDS
As per archakar, all Navagrahas attended the velvi, hence there is no separate sannadhi Navagrahas. During velvi, Dakshan send birds to disturb, but dwarapalakas made them as ring and worn as ear ring which is not available in any other temples.

It is believed that Lord Shiva's Marriage Yagna / thirumana velvi was performed here. For Ambal “Gnana Tharanam” was given in this temple hence this place is called as “Kowthukapanthana kshethram”. Lord Shiva conducted a marriage of a Prince with a girl whose relatives denied for the marriage after the sudden demise of her parents.

HOW TO REACH: 
The temple is near Kuttalam.
Bus available from Mayiladuthurai to Maharajapuram.

CONTACT DETAILS:
The land line number is 04364 - 235 462

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE :CLICK HERE

  ( Stucco images are at the entrance of mandapam )
 (Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi )
 ( Agasthiyar )
 ( 3 Tier Rajagopuram )
( Beautiful view of rajagopuram during sunset )


76/ 22. SRI ABATHSAHAYESWARAR TEMPLE  / AGNIPUREESWARAR TEMPLE, ANNIYUR. 


Now this place is called as Ponnur. This is the 76th Thevara Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam  and 22nd sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Thirugnanasambandar and Appar has sung hymns in praise  of Lord Shiva of this temple.

 ( Front arch entrance )

Moolavar    : Sri Aabathsahayeswarar, Sri Virusaranyeswarar,
                   Sri Agneeswarar, Sri Pandathaveswarar, Sri Ratheeswarar
Consort      : Sri Birukannayagi, Sri Periyanayagi.

Some of the important features of this temple are .......
The temple is facing east with an entrance arch. Balipeedam and Rishabam are in front of the sanctum. In Koshta moortham Narthana Ganapathi, Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Durgai. Ambal is in a separate Sannadhi facing east. The image of Vinayagar, Sivakami, Aadipoora Amman, Durgai, Asthira devar in Artha mandapam. There are two Dakshinamurthy and reflection of hand can be seen on the base.

In outer prakaram Sannadhi for Sidhi Vinayagar, Sri Valli Devasena Murugan, Mahalakshmi, Navagrahas. Sani Bhagavan, Suryan, Bhairavar.

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala and ardha mandapam. The stucco images of Lord Shiva with Parvati, Murugan and Vinayagar are at the entrance of the sanctum. An ekathala vesara vimanam is on the sanctum. Kumbha panjaras are in between two koshtas. 

LEGENDS  
Varunan, Agni, Suryan, Rathi, Pandavar, worshiped the lord of this temple. Stucco images on the mandapam entrance are to be watched.

HOW TO REACH 
Bus from Mayiladuthurai to Manalmedu Passes through  this temple.
8 Km from Mayiladuthurai.

CONTACT DETAILS:
Ravi Gurukkal may be contacted for darshan  and the mobile number is 9786766995

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE :CLICK HERE

 ( Moolavar vimanam with Dakshinamurthy sannadhi)
 ( Stucco images - worshiping of Lord Shiva )
( Stucco images  - worshiping of Lord Shiva )
                                           
                                              
80/ 26. KORUKKAI VEERATTESWARAR TEMPLE. THIRU KORUKKAI


Now this place is called as Korukkai / Korkai. This is the 80th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 26th sthalam on the north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Appar has sung hymns in praise of lord Shiva of this temple. This is one of atta-veeratta temples.

Moolavar    : Sri Veeratteswarar
Consort      : Sri Gnanambigai

Some of the important features of this temple are......
The Temple is facing eat with a 5 tier Rajagopuram. Balipeedam and Rishabam are in front. The sanctum sanctorum consists of sanctum, antarala and artha mandapam. In koshtam  Durgai, Brahma, Rathi ( Sudhai), Lingothbavar, Dakshinamurthy, Narthana Vinayagar, Chandikeswarar. Kurungai Vinayagar sitting on square Avudayar/ peedam.

In prakaram Valli Devasena Subramaniar, Gajalakshmi, Kamathaganamurthy (in folding the left leg,  hanging right leg, sitting posture ) Rathi and Manmadhan.

Sanakatha munivars idols are near moolavar/ Lord Shiva. A Pig, elephant, Narasimham and a man head moorthy in stucco images.

LEGENDS
The image of Therkabaga munivar  stretching his hands for ganga Theertham sitting in front of temple theertham. His hands were shortened ( Kurungai ). Latter after worshiping Lord Shiva of this temple his hands became normal.

HOW TO REACH:
Mayiladuthurai to Manalmedu bus route – Nidur, reach Kondal, turn left towards “Korukkai” name board 3 KM  after bridge you can reach the temple.

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE CLICK HERE

( Rishaba Mandapam - since there was no power Couldn't take more pictures )


75/ 21. THIRUNEEDUR SOMANATHASWAMI  TEMPLE 
( ARUL SOMANATHA SWAMY TEMPLE  THIRU NEEDUR ). 
THIRU NEEDUR - NIDUR


Now this place is called as Thiru Needur.  This is the 75th Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam  and 21st sthalam on north side of river Kaveri in Chozha Nadu. Appar and Sundarar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.
 
 ( Back side of moolavar vimanam )

Moolavar    : Sri Somanathawami, Arul Somanatha Swamy.
Consort      : Sri Aadhithya Abayaprathambigai,
                   Sri Vedhanayagi, Sri Veyurutholoammai.

Some of the important features of this temple are............
Rishabaruder in front of entrance gopuram.. The temple is facing east with  a Balipeedam and Rishabam. In Koshtam Narthana Ganapathy, Dakshinamurthy, Lingothbavar, Brahma and Durgai.

In the prakaram Sannadhi for 3 Ganapathi, Subramaniyar, Shiva lingas, Mahalakshmi, Kala Bhairavar, Munaiyadu nayanar.

Previously abhishekam was not conducted since Panam is made of mud, now abhishekam is conducted. 

ARCHITECTURE
The main temple consists of sanctum sanctorum, antarala and artha mandapam.

HISTORY AND INSCRIPTIONS 
Rajathirajan-III inscriptions are found.

HOW TO REACH :
Just 3 KM from Mayiladuthurai town. Can come by auto also.

CONTACT DETAILS :
Mobile and Land line numbers are : 99436 68084, 04364 - 250 424, 

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE CLICK HERE

 ( Moolavar vimanam )
( South side entrance arch )
 --- OM SHIVAYA NAMA ---