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 Temple info -3452 கோயில் தகவல் -3452 Raja Chozheeswarar, TR Pattinam, Karaikal Basic information about the temple Moolavar: Rajachozheeswarar Ambal / Thayar: Abhirami Deity: Siva Historical name: Tirumalai Vriksham: Teertham: Agamam: Age (years): Timing: 6 to 12 & 5 to 8 Parikaram: Temple group: Vaippu Sthalam – Sung by: Sundarar Temple set: Navagraham: Nakshatram: City / town: TR Pattinam District: Karaikal Maps from (click):  Current location  Nagapattinam (15 km) Thiruvarur (31 km) Mayiladuthurai (41 km) Kumbakonam (61 km) Location Sthala puranam and temple information This  Tevaram   Vaippu Sthalam  finds mention in one of the pathigams of  Sundarar . Abhirami Amman appeared in the dream of a devotee named Senguntha Mudaliar, and told him about a silver box that would be floating in the sea. The following morning, he found exactly such a box, which contained various parts of an Amman murti, as well as a palm leaf with instructions to carry out...

 Temple info -3435 கோயில் தக-3435 ERUMELI SREE DHARMA SAATHA TEMPLE, KERALA The Erumeli Sree Dharma Sastha Temple is a significant Hindu temple located in Erumeli, in the Kottayam district of Kerala, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ayyappa (also known as Dharma Sastha). It is a crucial point for pilgrims undertaking the Sabarimala pilgrimage. The temple is closely associated with the unique ritual of "Petta Thullal," a ceremonial dance performed by devotees. It's situated in the heart of Erumeli town. The name "Erumeli" is believed to have originated from the legend of Lord Ayyappa's battle with the demon Mahishi. "Eruma" in Malayalam means buffalo, and it's said that Lord Ayyappa killed Mahishi at this location. Thus, the place was initially known as "Erumakolli," which later evolved into Erumeli. The temple is deeply intertwined with the mythology surrounding Lord Ayyappa, and it serves as a crucial starting point for pilgrim...

 Temple info -3434 கோயில் தகவல்-3434 The Aryankavu Dharma Sastha Temple: The Aryankavu Dharma Sastha Temple, located in the Kollam district of Kerala, is one of the prominent temples of Lord Ayyappa, renowned for its unique significance in Ayyappa worship. It is one of the Arupadaiveedu (six abodes) of Lord Ayyappa, following Sabarimala in importance. The temple is unique as it depicts Lord Ayyappa in a "marital form," being the only place where Ayyappa is married to Pushkala Devi. Historical and Mythological Background: The temple is said to have been established by Parasurama, who created several Dharma Sastha temples in Kerala's eastern mountain regions to protect and bless the land. The four key forms of Ayyappa associated with these temples are: Brahmacharya (celibate state) at Kulathupuzha, Grihasthashrama (householder state) at Aryankavu, Vanaprastha (retirement state) at Achankovil, and Sanyasa (ascetic state) at Sabarimala. In Aryankavu, Lord Ayyappa is seen in a...

 Temple info -3433 கோயில் தகவல்-3433 *Dashavatara Temple* Deogarh Lalitpur District Bundelkhand Uttar Pradesh ******************** *The world's only temple where Lord Vishnu is seated in 10 different forms along with the Pandavas and Draupadi* India is a land of temples. There are many temples today that will mesmerize you with their beauty and magnificent architecture. If you are interested in ancient architecture, you must visit Bundelkhand at least once in your life. Don't forget to visit the Dashavatara Temple. The Dashavatara Temple in Deogarh, located in the Lalitpur district of Bundelkhand, is one of the remaining legacies of the Gupta period. The art and creations here are considered an unparalleled tradition of unique craftsmanship in the divine sculptures of the deities. But this temple, a centuries-old masterpiece of craftsmanship and historical significance, is suffering from neglect by the tourism department. The Dashavatara Temple is an invaluable example of art a...