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 Temple info -3453 கோயில் தகவல்-3453 Vadapathimangalam Shiva Temple, Koothanallur Taluk, Thiruvarur District The journey took place on a day when a storm was centered a few hundred kilometers from Nagapattinam, with alternating periods of sunshine and rain. Suddenly, the sky began to darken.  As if the sky was gradually pouring darkness, dark clouds began to engulf the earth.  Dark clouds started moving above the road, competing with the tarred surface. Beyond the Panduthagudi bridge, bushes and trees grew haphazardly on both sides of the road; there was no place to take shelter. The river Vennar and the road ran so closely together that it was hard to tell whether the road was accompanying the river or vice versa.  I rushed to take shelter at the Vadapathimangalam bus stop, and within a few minutes, the rain poured down heavily.  A few minutes later, as if nothing had happened, the sun pierced through the clouds, and I reached the Vadapathimangalam temple. Vada...

 Temple info -3452 கோயில் தகவல்-3452 Shri Ganesh Temple, Rajur The Shri Ganesh Temple in Rajur is a revered pilgrimage site, drawing devotees seeking blessings from Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the bringer of prosperity. Located about 25 kilometers north of Jalna, this sacred temple stands as a testament to faith, spirituality, and architectural brilliance. Surrounded by scenic beauty, the temple’s tranquil location adds to its spiritual charm. The intricate carvings and artistic design of the temple reflect the rich heritage of Maharashtrian temple architecture. Pilgrims from across the state visit Rajur to participate in Ganesh Jayanti and Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations, where the temple becomes a hub of devotion and festivity. A visit to the Shri Ganesh Temple in Rajur is more than just a spiritual journey—it is an experience of faith, peace, and divine blessings that stays with devotees long after they leave. The History The Shri Ganesh Temple in Rajur has a rich a...

 Temple info -3451 கோயில் தகவல் -3451 Kanakkanpalayam Malayala Bhagavathi Amman, the Healer of Incurable Diseases – A Historical Account The Malayala Bhagavathi Amman, who bestows her blessings in Kanakkanpalayam near Gobichettipalayam in Erode district, serves as the guardian deity of her devotees and a remedy for incurable ailments. In this article, we will explore the poignant history and significance of this temple. A Miraculous Temple History About a hundred years ago, a merchant from Karnataka was traveling along a mountain path with sacks of turmeric loaded on his bullock cart.  Because the load was unevenly distributed, the bullock was struggling. The merchant, searching for a stone to balance the load, spotted a glittering stone in the mountain forest. As soon as he placed the stone on the cart, the load became balanced, and the cart moved without difficulty. When he reached the foothills of Kanakkanpalayam near Gobichettipalayam, the glittering stone unexpectedly fel...

 Temple info -3450 கோயில் தகவல்-3450 *Arulmigu Sri Anandavalli Ambigai Sametha Sri Chandrasekhara Swamy Temple, Atthani village, Anthiyur Taluk, Erode District* In the front, (with Adishesha providing shade) in the form of a small self-manifested Lingam, and at the back, in a standing posture with our Parasakthi, our beloved Lord grants his divine darshan in the form of an idol. It is a blissful experience to behold Him. According to a historical event; (In ancient times) the Lord of this temple manifested as a self-originated Lingam, and (in later times) He appeared as an idol along with his consort. Those who have been affected by adulteration in goods, and those who have been betrayed by broken trust, can sincerely worship the Lord of this temple, seek justice, and are certain to receive favorable results. Among the many ancient Shiva temples that are not widely known to devotees from outside the local area, this small temple is one of those that have recently undergone signific...

 Temple info -3449 கோயில் தகவல்-3449    *Shri Bhimakali Temple* Sarahan Bushahr District Shimla Himachal Pradesh *******'*' *********** *One of the 51 Shakti Peethas, where the ear of Sati's body is believed to have fallen* Jai Bhimakali Amma The village of Sarahan, situated at the feet of Maa Bhimakali, about 40 km from Rampur Bushahr, is famous in India. This beautiful place, located on the border of Shimla district and Kinnaur district, has also been discussed in the pages of history. In mythological times, this place was known as Shonitpur. Before Rampur Bushahr, this place was also known as Bushahr. It was the capital of the Bushahr kings. The Bushahr Raja previously lived in Kamru Fort, located in Kinnaur district. After that, King Chhatra Singh declared Sarahan as the summer capital. In 1550, King Ram Singh shifted his capital from Sarahan to Rampur. Sarahan is as famous as the history of Bushahr, and is truly captivating due to tourism. The beautiful temple of #Bh...

 Temple info -3448 கோயில் தகவல் -3448 Vanmeeha Nathar Temple, Thiruneiper, Thiruvarur  Vanmeeha Nathar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Thiruneiper Village in Thiruvarur District of Tamilnadu. Presiding Deity is called as Vanmeeha Nathar and Mother is called as Parameswari. Thiruneiper is the birthplace for Naminandi Adigal, one of the 63 Nayanmars. Legends Naminandi Adigal, a Nayanmar, hailed from Thiruneiper, not far away from Thiruvarur. He used to light the lamps at Thiruvarur Temple with ghee. He used to walk all the way from his place every day to reach Thiruvarur temple for serving the Almighty. He wanted to light ghee lamps at Achaleswarar Shrine, located inside the Temple. As he required more ghee for the purpose, he went outside and approached some houses which were close to the Temple. Without knowing that those houses belonged to Jains, he made the request to them. They laughed at him and refused to give ghee to light the lamps. They even...