- Special Features
Foundation Year1000-2000 years oldSthala TreeKongu, Ilavu and VellerukkuTheerthamMangala Theertham (Cauvery) Also Surya and Chandra theerthamsRathamArchitectureDravidian ArchitectureOther SpecialityLord Shiva in the temple is a swayambumurthi. Traditionally the Linga-Bana is shorter than the height of the Avudayar the seat or peeta. The Linga part is taller than the Avudayar part in this temple. Also against the tradition of celebrating the wedding festival during day time, it is celebrated during night in this temple. Similarly the wedding feast also takes place during night instead of in the day. This is celebrated on the seventh day of Brahmmotsavam. The event includes reception of the bridegroom party, Lord and Mother exchanging garlands, Oonjal and the wedding at about 9.00 p.m. followed by wedding feast.
- Sthala Puran
Alaivanar, a minister of King Kulothunga Chola built this temple without the sanction of the king using the revenues of the state. Knowing this, king ordered to behead the minister for his act. The minister had already instructed his men to take him to Tirumangalakudi for cremation. His wife fell at the feet of Mother Mangalambica and begged that her husband to awake alive and promise the longevity of her mangal sutra. A voice was heard that her prayer would be responded. The minister woke up alive and healthy. He rushed to Lord, embraced Him crying Jeevadhayaka. Lord Prana Natheswara is worshipped as Jeevadhayaka also. The minister and his wife prayed to Lord that all women should be blessed with Mangalya longevity. Lord and Mother granted this boon to the minister couple.
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- Prayers and BenefitsSpecial Vratas and Prayers
As a rule, those facing any adverse planetary problems and visiting Suryanar Koil, should place their prayers first in this temple before proceeding to Suryanar koil. Married woman receive the Mangal Sutra thread from Ambica directly for a long marital life. Devotees pray here for child, wedding boons and long married life, for freedom from enemy threats and theft fear.
Offerings to DeityStotras and Mantras
- Festivals10 day Panguni Uthiram Brahmmotsavam with wedding festival on the second day is the important festive event of the temple. Monthly Sankatahara Chaturthi, Kruthikai, pradoshams, Deepavali, Makar Sankranti, Tamil and English New Year days are observed with special abisheks, pujas etc. Special abishek and pujas are dedicated to Lord Bhairva on Ashtami days in new moon fortnight.
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