Sri Amirthakadeswarar Temple, Nolambur, Chennai

 

Moolavar: Sri Amirthakadeswarar

Amman: Sri Abirami Ambal

The supreme deity Shiva is one of the eight holy places of the gods. The sacred Abhirami Udanurai Sri Amrithakadeswarar temple in Nayaganpettai village near Kanchipuram has all the special features of Athirkadaiyur.

The Amrithakadeswarar temple, which was built in the Nayaganpettai village near Kanchipuram, was hidden by the gods and demons in this temple because they did not worship Ganesha before churning the ocean of milk to extract the nectar, and since the Amrithakudeswarar was the Shivalinga, the name Amrithakadeswarar came to the source as Amrithakadeswarar + Kadam + Eeswarar = Amrithakadeswarar.

In the past, a pond was dug in Nayaganpettai for drinking water, and the water overflowed. Shiva arose in the middle of it as a self-depicted image. Since it appeared like nectar in the water, they named it Amritkadeswarar and started worshipping it. The power that emerged in the meditation of Mahavishnu is the mother Abhirami.

Sashtyapta Shanthi Tirutham (60th wedding)

Since Lord Shiva killed Eman himself to save Markandeya from Eman, he got the name Kalasahara Murthy. This special place is a special place for people who have reached the age of 59 and are 60 years old for Ukrarata Shanthi, 60 years old for Sashtyapta Shanthi, 69 years old for Bhimaratha Shanthi, 80 years old and 85 years old for Sadabhishekam and Ayushya Homa. There is no need to go to Thirukkadaiyur. The temple administration makes all the arrangements. We also performed the Sashtyapta Purthi here at our house.

Since Nayaganpet is located on the northern bank of the Vegavathi River, this village is also called Vada Thirukadaiyur. There is a Rukmani Sathyabama sametha Sri Venugopalaswamy temple just opposite this temple.

Location: Sri Amirthakadeswarar temple, Nolambur, Chennai

Sri Sundareswarar Temple, Nolambur, Chennai

 

Moolavar: Sri Sundareswarar

Amman: Sri Meenakshi

The temple faces east, with an entrance arch. Shiva with Parvati as Sundareswarar and Meenakshi Marriage along with Nandi playing Mridangam, Maha Lakshmi, Maha Vishnu, Saraswathi Vinayagar, Naradar, Brahma conducting the velvi,  stucco image is on the top of the entrance arch.

Ambal is in a separate sannidhi facing east on the right side of the Moolavar Temple. Ambal’s various forms are in the Koshtam.

Since the temple’s layout (like Potramarai Kulam, Vibhuti Vinayagar, etc), the Construction of the Sanctum Sanctorum is followed like Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, and the legend associated with the Madurai temple is also told in this temple. Hence, some of the festivals are also conducted similarly to the Madurai temple.

Location: Sri Sundareswarar Temple, Nolambur, Chennai

Sri Karapuranathar Temple, Uthamacholapuram, Salem

 

Moolavar: Sri Karapuranathar

Amman: Periyanayagi ambal

The Karapuranathar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located in Uthamacholapuram, Salem District of Tamil Nadu. This ancient temple is known for its unique significance, historical legends, and association with the famous Tamil poetess Avvaiyar.

The Karapuranathar Temple is over 1200 years old and is situated in Uthamacholapuram, Salem District, Tamil Nadu.

It is one of the Marriage Parihara Sthalams, where prayers and rituals are conducted to seek blessings for successful marriages.

Presiding Deity:

The main deity of the temple is Lord Shiva, who is known as Karabureswarar. The term “Karabureswarar” is derived from the legend of Khara and Dushana (demon brothers) who worshiped Lord Shiva here.

Legend:

Khara and Dushana, demon brothers from the Ramayana, undertook severe penance to gain the favor of Lord Shiva. After their penance, Lord Shiva appeared before them, and Khara built this temple to commemorate the event. Hence, Lord Shiva came to be known as Karabureswarar.

Another legend tells of Gunaseelam, a young boy who was too short to place a garland around Lord Shiva’s neck. Moved by his devotion, Lord Shiva tilted His head, and the Lingam remains slanting to this day, known as Mudisaithanathar.

The famous Tamil poetess Avvaiyar played a significant role in arranging the marriage of Angavai and Sangavai, the daughters of King Pari Vallal. King Pari was a Velir king who had been a patron of poets and had two daughters who faced challenges after his death.

Avvaiyar sought the help of Lord Shiva in convincing the three crowned Tamil Kings to bless the marriage of Angavai and Sangavai to suitable grooms.

With her prayers and the miracle of a dried tree sprouting fresh leaves and fruits, Avvaiyar successfully brought the three kings to the temple to bless the marriage. The Kings are represented in the temple with symbols of their flags – the bow, the tiger, and the fish.

The Karapuranathar Temple is not only a place of worship but also a place of historical and literary importance, and it continues to be revered for its unique legends and cultural significance.

Beliefs:

Devotees seek child boon, removal of obstacle in marriage alliances, progress in education and protection from enemies. Devotees offer abishek and offer vastras to God and Goddess.

Additional Details:

The temple’s Shivalinga is slightly slanting, a unique feature attributed to the legend of a devotee’s devotion.

The temple’s main tower (Rajagopuram) was initially constructed during the Chola period but was not completed. The government of Tamil Nadu later completed the construction and conducted the consecration in 1992.

The statues of the three Tamil Kings – Chera, Chola, and Pandya – are placed at the temple entrance, as are statues of Lord Shiva in His various forms and Avvaiyar.The temple is mentioned in ancient Tamil texts and hymns of saints such as Tirugnanasambandar, Tirumoolar, and Arunagirinathar

Location: Sri Karapuranathar Temple, Uthamacholapuram, Salem