S Venkateswaran

 Temple info -3429 கோயில் தகவல்-3429 Ardhanareeswara Temple, Muttukad: A Spiritual Retreat in the Heart of Idukki Introduction:  The Ardhanareeswara Temple in Muttukad, Idukki, is a unique and sacred site, revered for its spiritual significance and serene ambiance. Nestled amidst the lush green hills of the Western Ghats, this temple stands as a testament to the profound cultural and religious heritage of Kerala. It is dedicated to Lord Ardhanareeswara, a composite form of Shiva and Parvati, symbolizing the union of masculine and feminine energies. This temple is a significant pilgrimage site and a must-visit for anyone exploring the spiritual and cultural landscape of Idukki. Historical Significance: The Ardhanareeswara Temple holds a unique place in the religious history of Kerala. While the exact origins of the temple are unclear, it is believed to be several centuries old. The temple's deity, Ardhanareeswara, represents the synthesis of Shiva and Parvati, embodying the con...

 Temple info -3428 கோயில் தகவல்-3428 Lakshminarayana perumal temple,Vazudavur The ancient idols of Lakshmi Sri Devi, Lakshmi Narayana Perumal, Bhoodevi, Andal, and Hanuman, worshipped by the Vijayanagara Emperor Desingu Raja of Valudavur, Villupuram, a thousand years ago. These idols were unearthed from beneath the ground at the Valudavur fort mound in Villupuram in the month of Margazhi (December-January) of 1980. They were then installed in a temple in Valudavur village and are currently worshipped by the people of the surrounding villages. Imagine how many Tamil kings would have stood before these idols, how many kings from neighboring regions would have come to worship them, how many rituals and ceremonies would have taken place, and how many small and large towns would have celebrated and spoken of their greatness and power.  It is a great blessing for us to stand before these idols today, which embody such historical glory. It is believed by many people in the surroundin...

 Temple info -3427 கோயில் தகவல்-3427 OOTHUMALAI:  Another interesting hill top temple near Salem is at a small hillock at Oothumalai ( Seelanaickenpatti ) which is around 11 Kms from Skandasramam. The temple is that of Sri Balasubramanya Swamy. This is also believed to be in existence over 1000 years. There is motorable road all the way to the top. As per Tamil History, the first grammar book in the language is Agathiyam and it was written by Sage Agasthyar and his discipl e Tholkappiar wrote the next grammer book called Tholkappiam. Agasthyar is believed to have written his book while residing here. As per Tamil culture, Murugan is the Guru of Agasthyar. The presiding deity here is the Murugan in the child form, Balasubramanyar. The idol of the Lord is very unique- He holds the neck of the peacock which is not seen in other temples. Separate shrines are there for Swarna Vinayakar, Agasthiswarar, Sadashivar and Nava-grahams. While Vinayakar is on the left, Shiva is on the righ...