Moolavar: Sri Thanthondreeswarar
Amman: Sri Amirthavalli Ambal
This ancient temple is approximately 1600 years old and is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is worshipped as Thanthondreeswarar.
Moolavar, is a Suyambu Lingam, believed to be self-manifested and growing in size every day. The temple underwent Kumbabishekam in 2018 and has been renovated with donations from locals. The moolavar is on a square Avudayar and does not have brahma kuri or the center line representing it to be swayambhu murthy.
The temple features intricate carvings, on the Raja Gopuram including representations of lions, serpents, elephants, and celestial deities. A large Nandi statue is situated in front of the moolavar. Amirthavalli Ambal is very beautiful and is believed to bless couples with children.
The temple inner praharam is big and has all the Sannidhies you see normally in a shiva temple. There is also a small Ghosalai right behind the moolavar. Early morning ghopujai is performed before opening the moolasthanam.
Contact: The kurukal Nagaraj can be reached on 9600114823
Location: Sri Thanthondreeswarar Temple Oragadam, Ambattur, Chennai
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