Moolavar: Sri Valeeswarar Swamy
Amman: Sri Dhatchayani Ambal
A beautiful 11th-century temple of Pallava–early Chola origin, built with sandstone near the banks of the Kosasthalaiyar River. It is considered one of the historic temples of Thakkolam and Inscriptions found in the temple indicate that the place was once known as Thirupaalural.
One important inscription from the period of Rajendra Chola I records the donation of thirty-two cows for performing milk abhishekam to the deity in memory of his mother, Tribhuvana Madevi. The inscriptions also mention that metal idols of Uma-Maheswara and Vinayaka were worshipped in the temple during earlier times. Behind the temple, two damaged sandstone Nandi sculptures can be seen.
The temple faces east you can see Nandi placed in front of the garbhagriha. The garbhagriha is situated slightly below the ground level outside and is constructed primarily using sandstone. The temple complex includes the garbhagriha, antarala, ardha mandapam, and mukha mandapam. Above the sanctum is a recently renovated single-tier vimana, and sculptures of Shiva, Dakshinamurthy, Vishnu, and Brahma can be seen. A sandstone idol of Lord Murugan, believed to belong to the Chola period, is also present near the entrance of the mandapam.
Though relatively small and remote, it is historically significant and part of the ancient temple heritage of Thakkolam. Today, the temple continues to be worshipped with regular rituals, with one daily pooja being performed. Special poojas are conducted during Pradosham and Maha Shivaratri, attracting devotees from nearby areas. Despite being relatively small and located in a quiet rural setting, the Sri Valeeswarar Temple is a must visit for all Shiva Devotees.
Contact: The temple Sivanadiyar can be reached on 9597811050
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