Adamangalam Abathsagayeswarar Shiva Temple, Nagapattinam

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Adamangalam Abathsagayeswarar Shiva Temple, Nagapattinam

Adamangalam, Thirukkuvalai Taluk,

Nagapattinam District,

Tamil Nadu 610207

Moolavar

Abathsagayeswarar

Amman

Soundaranayaki

Introduction

Introduction

• Location: Situated in Adamangalam village, Thirukkuvalai Taluk, Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu.
• Etymology:
  • The name Adamangalam derives from “Adithan” (Sun) worshiping the deity. Over time, Adithanmangalam became Adamangalam.
• Geographical Setting:
  • Located on the banks of Chittaru River.
  • The temple faces east, with a pond and a school nearby.
• Deities:
  • Presiding Deity: Lord Abathsagayeswarar (Shiva).
  • Consort: Goddess Soundaranayaki.

Puranic Significance

• The temple is estimated to be over 1,000 years old.
• Structure:
  • The front hall (mandapam) is built with black stone and topped with brickwork.
  • The sanctum houses a medium-sized Lingamurthi and is south-facing.
  • A mandapam connects the two shrines in front of the sanctum.
• Historical Deities:
  • Atmanandi is placed outside the hall, facing Lord Nandi.
  • Vinayagar and Vallitheivana Sametha Murugan are located in the Mukhamandapam.
  • The northeast corner of the hall houses:
    • Sundesar
    • A large Bhairava idol
    • A prominent Surya (Sun God) idol.
  • Within the sanctum precincts is Tenmugan (Lord Shiva with ten faces), a unique representation.

Special Features

• The temple’s heritage and architecture highlight its ancient significance.
• The serene environment by the river and pond enhances its spiritual aura.
• It serves as an important cultural and religious site for devotees of Lord Shiva.

“With the kind permission of Sri Kadambur K. Vijayan, these are extracted from his posts”.

Century/Period

1000 years old

Nearest Bus Station

Adamangalam

Nearest Railway Station

Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam

Nearest Airport

Trichy

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