Achuthamangalam Sri Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Thiruvarur

Address

Achuthamangalam Sri Kasi Viswanathar Temple,

Achuthamangalam,

Thiruvarur District,

TamilNadu- – 610105.

Deity

Sri Kasi Viswanathar

Amman: Visalakshi.

Introduction

• Location: Achuthamangalam Village, Thiruvarur District, Tamil Nadu
• Deity:
  • Presiding Deity: Kasi Viswanathar (Lord Shiva)
  • Mother: Visalakshi
• Significant Features:
  • Theertham: Gupta Ganga
• Age: Believed to be 1,000 years old
• Accessibility:
  • Distances: About 3 km from Srivanchiyam, 20 km from Thiruvarur, and 120 km from Trichy
  • Nearest Railway Station: Nannilam
  • Nearest Airport: Trichy

History

Harichandra’s Stay

• King Harichandra: A symbol of truth and integrity, he lost his kingdom, wife, and son for his commitment to honesty. During his wanderings, he arrived in this region filled with Iluppai trees, where he discovered a Shivalinga.
• Significance of the Shivalinga: Overjoyed, he performed abishek and offered Vilwa leaves in worship. In deep meditation, he sensed the profound grace of this Linga, believing it to be brought from Kasi and bathed in the Holy Ganga.
• Transformation: Realizing that worshipping the Kasi Viswanatha Linga could absolve one of past sins, he embraced this divine experience, marking Achuthamangalam as a sacred site.

Achuthamangalam

• Historical Connection: This site is also significant as it was where the Pandavas stayed during their exile after losing everything in the court of King Dhritarashtra. They maintained their faith and worshipped Lord Shiva at the nearby Darmeswarar Temple.
• Etymology: Originally named Arjuna Mangalam due to Arjuna’s stay, it was later renamed Achutha Mangalam.

Beliefs

• Divine Presence: The temple is regarded as a place of immense spiritual energy, where the faithful can seek solace and forgiveness.
• Historical Events: The narratives of King Harichandra and the Pandavas enhance the temple’s sanctity, drawing devotees seeking truth and righteousness.

Festivals

• Major Celebrations:
  • The temple celebrates all major Shiva-related festivals, with particular enthusiasm for Masi Magam and Mahashivrathri.
• Celebration Atmosphere: These festivals are marked by elaborate rituals, prayers, and community participation, fostering a vibrant spiritual environment.

Century/Period/Age

1000 years old

Nearest Bus Station

Achuthamangalam

Nearest Railway Station

Nannilam Station

Nearest Airport

Trichy

Address

Moolavar

Amman

Introduction

Puranic Significance 

Special Features

Belief

Festivals

Century/Period

Nearest Bus Station

Nearest Railway Station

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