Anaimalai Masani Amman Temple- Coimbatore

Address

Anaimalai Masani Amman Temple- Anaimalai, Pollachi Taluk, Coimbatore District – 642 104. Phone: +91 4253 282 337 / 283 173

Deity

Amman: Anaimalai Masani

Introduction

• Location: Sampige is a small village in Turuvekere Taluk, Tumkur District, Karnataka, approximately 104 km from Bangalore.
• Presiding Deity: The main deity is Sri Srinivasa, while the consort is known as Sri Padmavathi Sri Devi, Sri Bhudevi.
• Name Origin: The name “Champakapuri” comes from the Champaka trees that were prevalent in the area in ancient times.
• Historical Significance: An ancient temple dedicated to Sri Srinivasa Perumal is situated here, believed to date back to the Dwapara Yuga according to the Sthala Puranam.

Puranic Significance

• Historical Context: Sampige was once the capital of King Sudhanva, who worshipped Lord Srinivasa. After his reign, the area fell into ruins.
• Discovery of the Idol: The idol of Lord Srinivasa was hidden in a Valmika (ant hill). Narada, along with the Gandharvas, used to worship the deity every night. A villager noticed a bright light emanating from the Valmika and discovered the idol inside it.
• Temple Construction: Upon the idol’s discovery, a temple was constructed at that site. Sri Srinivasa Perumal is depicted in the form of Shanka (conch), Chakra (discus), Gadhadari (mace), and Sharanagathi Hastha (the gesture of surrender).
• Cultural Importance: Sri Champakapuri Srinivasa is regarded as the Haath Perumal (a deity of great importance) for many Hebbar Srivaishnavas.

Festivals

• Brahmotsavam: Every year, a 10-day Brahmotsavam festival is celebrated according to the Srivaishnava tradition in May.
• Grand Car Festival: On Vaishaka Shukla Trayodashi Chitra Nakshatra day, the Brahma Rathotsavam (Grand Car Festival) and Jatra (fair) are held. This event attracts many Hebbar Iyengars from Bengaluru, Tumakuru, Mysuru, and surrounding districts.
• Community Gathering: The festival witnesses a large congregation of devotees from nearby villages, turning the day into a vibrant village fair.

Century/Period/Age

1000 Years old

Managed By

Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments Department (HRCE)

Nearest Bus Station

Anaimalai

Nearest Railway Station

Pollachi

Nearest Airport

Coimbatore

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