Temple info -3484 Sokkanathapuram Sivan temple,Sendurai, Ariyalur. சொக்கநாதபுரம் சிவன் கோயில், செந்துறை,அரியலூர்
Temple info -3484 கோயில் தகவல்-3484 Chokkanathapuram Shiva Temple – Sendurai Taluk, Ariyalur District The village of Chokkanathapuram is situated 7 kilometers west of Sendurai, located along the Puduvettakkudi road. The Shiva temple stands right on this main road, while a Perumal (Vishnu) temple is situated a short distance away on the same route. The temple's main entrance faces the road to the south; there is also a small iron gate located on the eastern side. The temple complex is enclosed by a high perimeter wall, and beautiful stucco sculptures adorn the gateway. Upon entering, one encounters the sanctum sanctorum, which faces east and features architectural elements characteristic of the Chola era. Presiding Deity: Lord Chokkanathar | Consort: Goddess Meenakshi The temple layout consists of a sanctum sanctorum, an *Antarala* (intermediate passage), and a *Mukha Mandapam* (front hall); the sanctum of the Goddess (Ambigai) is integrated into this front hall. At the entrance of...
