A very old Sivalingam which is between the famous Dharmalingeswarar Temple and Kailasanathar in the famous village of Manimangalam. This village a historical significance since the time of Pallavas. History records the famous Manimangalam war as well.
This should have been a famous temple 1500 years ago. The remains of the broken temple can be found around the current shrine. The old Nandhi has been broken and looks like has been cut off with a sword. The moolavar Vayaaleeswarar is facing east and is looking at lush green fields. There is no Ambal and a new Nandhi has been installed. The local villagers have set a small shed and daily puja is performed.
A new temple needs to be constructed and villagers are seeking help towards this.
Contact: The local caretaker a lady named Kalaiselvi can be reached on 7418284145.
Location: Sri Vayaaleeswarar Temple, Manimangalam, Kanchipuram
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