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Temple info -2466 Mallikarjuna Maragadavalli Temple, Vellar, Salem. மல்லிகார்ஜுன மரகதவல்லி கோயில், வெள்ளார், சேலம்

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 Temple info -2466 கோயில் தகவல் -2466 Mallikarjuna Maragathavalli Temple , Vellar Sri Mallikarjuna Maragathavalli Temple , Kovil Vellar Bus Stop, VXXH+3XR, Thoppur-Mettur Dam-Bhavani-Erode Rd, Tamil Nadu 636451 Sri Mallikarjuna Maragathavalli Temple is located at  Vellar Tamil Nadu  at  a distance of 48 kms from Salem. It is more than 1500 years old temple  It is a Vaipu Sthalam (Sung by Sundarar  without actually visiting this temple) . There are more than 250 such Vaipu Sthalams in Tamilnadu. Please See my blog Kshetradanam –   Map of Vaipu Sthalangal  for more information. Moolavar : Sri Mallikarjuna  Swamy; Ambal : Maragathavalli ; Holy Water (Theertham)– Thoppaiyar River; Sacred Tree (Sthala Vriksham) – Vilwam Mallikarjunaswamy Vellar is an east-facing temple with an entrance through a large and old gateway mandapam in the east. A single Prakaram houses all the shrines and the sanctum sanctorum. The Prakaram is beautifully paved and cleanly maintained. The temple has been renovate
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Temple info -2465 Dharanath Temple, Dhareshwar, Karnataka. தரரநாத் கோயில், தாரேஷ்வர், கர்நாடகா

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 Temple info -2465 கோயில் தகவல் -2465 Shri Dharanath Temple, Dhareshwar Shri Dharanath Temple, Edapally – Panvel Highway, Dhareshwar, Karnataka 581327     Shri Dharanath Temple  is located at  Dhareshwar, Karnataka  at a distance of 40 kms from Gokmarna and 47 kms from Murdeshwar. As per the legend, Hindu gods attained immortality and invincibility by worshiping a divine Linga called the Atma-Linga. The Lanka King Ravana wanted to attain immortality by obtaining the Atma-Linga (Soul of Shiva). Since the Atma-Linga belonged to Shiva, Ravana worshipped Shiva with devotion. Pleased by his prayers, Shiva appeared before him and asked him what he wanted. Ravana asked for the Atma-Linga. Shiva agreed to give him the boon on the condition that it should never be placed on the ground before he reaches Lanka. If the Atma-Linga was ever placed on the ground, it would be impossible to move it. Having obtained his boon, Ravana started back on his journey to Lanka. Lord Vishnu, who came to know of
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Temple info -2464 Sajjeshwara Temple, Karwar, Karnataka. சஜ்ஜேஷ்வரா கோயில், கார்வர், கர்நாடகா

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Temple info -2464 கோயில் தகவல் -2464  Nestled in the charming town of Karwar, Sajjeshwara Temple is a sacred Hindu site dedicated to Lord Shiva. This ancient temple boasts stunning Indian architectural design, adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures that create a tranquil and serene atmosphere amidst lush green surroundings. As one of the Panchalingam temples in the region, Sajjeshwara Temple holds deep historical significance intertwined with the legend of Ravana and the Atmalinga, offering visitors a peaceful sanctuary to embrace spirituality and silence. Stepping into the temple premises, visitors are greeted by a sense of peace and tranquility, making it an ideal spot for meditation and introspection. The temple's unique association with the mythological story of Ravana and the Atmalinga adds to its allure, drawing those seeking a deeper connection with Hindu mythology and spirituality. The serene ambiance is further enhanced by the presence of a majestic banyan tree out
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Temple info -2463 Varadaraja Perumal temple, Jayankondam, Ariyalur. வரதராஜபெருமாள் கோயில், ஜெயம்கொண்டம், அரியலூர்

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Temple info -2463 கோயில் தகவல் -2463  Amidst the verdant landscapes and picturesque hills of Ariyalur district, there lies a grand edifice of architectural and spiritual sumptuousness: the Jayankondam Varatharaja Perumal Temple. This sacred shrine, dedicated to the almighty Lord Vishnu, is a true marvel of the Divya Desams, the 108 sacred temples that hold immense spiritual significance for Sri Vaishnavites. Built in the 9th century by the illustrious Chola dynasty and later expanded by the Vijayanagara kings, this temple is a masterful amalgamation of architectural finesse and artistic brilliance. As an embodiment of divinity, the temple stands as a testament to the grandeur of the rich heritage and architectural prowess of Tamil culture. The temple’s towering gopuram, adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures depicting scenes from the Hindu epics, serves as a grand entrance to the temple complex, beckoning visitors to enter and explore the wonders within.  As one steps inside, t
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Temple info -2462 Seetharamaswami Temple, Pushpagiri, Thrissur. சீதாராமஸ்வாமி கோயில், புஷ்பகிரி, திருச்சூர்

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Temple info -2462 கோயில் தகவல் -2462  An integral part of the temple town of Thrissur, the Sree Seetharamaswamy Temple, Pushpagiri, established on 11-06-1899, is situated 6 degrees Northwest of the mighty Vadakkunnathan Temple. The Seetharamaswamy Temple, Pushpagiri enshrines Lord Seetharaman within the ‘Srikovil’ that boasts a stunning ‘Gajaprashta’ spire that is not commonly seen in Kerala temple architecture. Apart from Sita Rama enshrined in the main sanctum facing west, Hanuman, Lakshmana, Ganapati, Sri Parvati, Shiva, and Subrahmanya, are also enshrined in the temple, and now the Navagraha and Dharmashasta are separately enshrined within the premises. There is also a Shiva temple a little away from the sanctum sanctorum but within this temple's premises. The eminence of various prestigious temples in the town of Thrissur is a direct reflection of the spiritual evolution of its inhabitants. The temple is now managed by the Temple Managing Committee consisting of Sri. T.S. Kaly
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Temple info -2461 Ananthanarayanan Perumal temple, Avarani, Abaranadari, Nagapattinam. அனந்தநாராயணன் பெருமாள் கோயில், ஆவரணி, ஆபரணதாரி, நாகப்பட்டினம்

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 Temple info -2461 கோயில் தகவல் -2461 Ananthanarayanan Perumal Koil / ஸ்ரீ அனந்தநாராயணப் பெருமாள் கோயில், Avarani, Abaranadari, Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu. The Visit to this Sri Ananthanarayana Perumal Koil at Avarani, near Nagapattinam was a part of the “Visit to Shiva, Murugan, Divya Desams, Buddha, and Jain Temples around Nagapattinam” on 4th September 2024. This place Avarani was called Abarana Tharani, which was corrupted to the present name of Avarani. Since Maha Vishnu is worn abaranas – Jewelleries and blesses the Devotees, hence called Abarana Tharani. Also, this place was called Uththaranthapuram. Utsava murtis are kept in Thiruvarur for safety reasons. Moolavar  : Sri Ananthanarayanan Perumal Thayar     : Sri Alangaravalli Some of the salient features of this temple are….. The temple is facing east with a Rajagopuram base. Balipeedam and Garudan are after the main entrance and Hanuman is in the ardha mandapam. Moolavar Sri Anantha Narayanan is in reclining posture kee
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Temple info -2460 Varadaraja Perumal temple, Thirubuvanai, Puducherry வரதராஜ பெருமாள் கோயில், திருபுவனை, புதுச்சேரி

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Temple info -2460 கோயில் தகவல் -2460  Varadharajaperumal temple, Thirubuvanai Varadaraja Perumal temple (also called Thirubuvanai Temple and Thodatri Perumal temple) in the South Indian union territory of Puducherry, is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. It is located in Thirubuvanai, a village, located 23 km (14 mi), in the outskirts of Puducherry. Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture, the temple is a storehouse of Chola architecture and believed to have been built by Parantaka I (907-950 CE). The temple has inscriptions from the time of Rajaraja Chola (985–1014 CE) indicating an educational institution operating in the temple. Varadaraja Perumal Temple Thirubuvanai Temple Religion Affiliation Hinduism District Puducherry Deity Varadaraja Perumal (Vishnu) Perundevi Thayar (Lakshmi) Location Thirubuvanai Village, Pondicherry State Puducherry Country India Varadharajaperumal temple, Thirubuvanai is located in Tamil NaduVaradharajaperumal temple, Thirubuvanai Location in Ta
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