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 Temple info -1323 கோயில் தகவல் -1323 Jagadeeswarar Temple, Manamelkudi, Pudukkottai Basic information about the temple Moolavar: Jagadeeswarar Ambal / Thayar: Jagatrakshambigai, Jagatrakshaki Deity: Siva Timing: 6 To 12 & 4.30 To 8 Temple Group: Vaippu Sthalam – City / Town: Manamelkudi District: Pudukkottai Maps From (Click): Current Location Karaikudi (61 Km) Pudukkottai (74 Km) Thanjavur (103 Km) Ramanathapuram (107 Km) Location Sthala puranam and temple information This temple is a Tevaram Vaippu Sthalam that finds a passing reference in one of Sambandar’s pathigams. The reason for this reference is connected to the temple’s history, of being the avatara sthalam (birthplace) of Kulachirai Nayanar, one of the 63 Nayanmars, and who was hailed as Peru Nambi by Sambandar. Kulachiraiyaar (to use the honorific) was a chieftain who was born in this place – Manamelkudi – and was a steadfast devotee of Siva, ever ready to serve Siva and any dev...

 Temple info -1322 கோயில் தகவல் -1322 Magadi Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple All Days : 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM History The Ranganatha Swamy  is located in the historic town of Magadi, about 41 km from Bangalore, the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. The temple is protected monument under the Karnataka state division of the Archaeological Survey of India. Magadi was first founded by the Chola dynasty around 1139 A.D. during their rule over the region. Magadi is the birthplace of Kempe Gowda, the Vijayanagara chieftain who founded Bangalore in the 16th century. Kempe Gowda and the chiefs who followed him built many architectural temples here. According to Achari, The sanctum of the Ranganatha temple was first consecrated in early 12th century by the Chola ruler and the temple has undergone renovations and expansion since. Based on an inscription on a Garuda sthamba (Garuda pillar) in front of the temple, the tall decorative Gopurams (towers) were added by the ...

 Temple info -1321 கோயில் தகவல் -1321 Tirusoolanathar Temple, Tirusulam, Chennai Tirusoolanathar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Tirusulam, well-known locality of Chennai City in Tamil Nadu. Presiding Deity is called as Tirusoolanathar and Mother is called as Thirupurasundari.  The Temple is beautifully located amidst of 4 hills denoting 4 Vedas. It was re-built recently and Maha-Kumbabishekam conducted successfully. Legends Brahmapuri: According to the legend, originally, Lord Brahma was 5 headed. As Lord Brahma was too proud of himself, Lord Shiva cut one of his heads off to bring down his ego. Later Brahma continued his duty of creation. He prayed Lord Shiva that he couldn’t concentrate on his duty because he was disturbed losing a head. Lord Shiva blessed him and granted peace of mind after which Lord Brahma continued his duties peacefully. After this incident, as part of his duty, Lord Brahma created one of the most beautiful dancers of Devalok...

 Temple info -1320 கோயில் தகவல் -1320  Ujjaini Temple(Shakti Pith) in  Ujjain Madhya Pradesh  India. Location: Ujjain ,Madhya Pradesh Dedicated to: Goddesh Mhakali Entry: Free Photography:Allowed Temple Timing: 6:00 Am To 8:00 Pm Significance: Among one of 52 Shaktipith Visiting Timing: 1 Hour Best time to Visit: Oct to March Nearest Railway Station: Ujjaini Nearest Airport: Indore About  Ujjaini Shakti Pith Temple   The Ujjaini Shaktipith Mahakali temple is located in ujjaini Madhya Pradesh.The temple is dedicated to Goddesh Mahakali.In the temple, idol of Mahakali is placed in between the idols of Mahalakshmi and Saraswati. The temple of Sthirman ganesh is beside the temple of Garhkali.Hanumatkeshwar Shiva linga is near the temple of Garhkali.Simheshwar Shiva linga is in the temple of Sthirman ganesh. The Maha kali (hara sidhi mata) was the aradhana devi of The great King Vikramadithya. It is said that King Vikramadithya has offered his head (sirassu...

 Temple info -1319 கோயில் தகவல் -1319 Swarnakadeswarar Temple, Neivanai, Villupuram Swarnakadeswarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at Neivanai Village in Villupuram District of Tamilnadu. Presiding Deity is called as Porkudam Koduthu Aruliya Nayanaar / Nelvennainathar / Vennaiappar / Swarnakadeswarar. Mother is called as Neelamalarkanni / Brihannayagi. The place is called as Thirunelvennai during ancient times. It is believed that the temple was built during Chola period. This the 42nd Devaram Padal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 10th Shiva Sthalam in Nadu Naadu. Thirugnana Sambandar has sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple.  Legends Swarnakadeswarar: Once the place was very fertile with paddy fields and people were happy and prosperous. Wealth and luxuries made people forget God. Lord directed Varuna the God of rain to pour his power incessantly in the region. Heavy floods began to threaten their safety. Lakes, tanks and all water resources be...

 Temple info -1318 கோயில் தகவல் -1318 Chinnalapatti Chaturmuga Murugan Temple Chinnalapatti Chaturmuga Murugan Temple:  This is another well known temple situated within the town.  We might have visited several Murugan temples and heard the sthala puranams. But the story connected with this temple is very unique and the readers would agree  on this aspect, after reading the entire write up on this temple. Readers must be familiar with the rivalry between Sages Vashista and Vishwamithra.  The former refused to accept the latter as a Brahmashri as he belonged to the Kshatriya community.   The latter went on a severe penance and prayed to Parameswara.  The Lord told him that it was Mother Bala Thripurasundari who could confer the honour and advised him to pray to Her.  The sage recommenced his penance.  After some time, he heard the sounds of the anklets.  When he opened his eyes, he found a beautiful young girl with a smiling face, st...