Narasingampettai Mrithunjeswarar Temple, Thiruvarur

Address

Narasingampettai Mrithunjeswarar Temple, Thiruvarur Narasingampettai, Thiruvarur – Kumbakonam Rd, Tamil Nadu 612610

Deity

Mrithunjeswarar Amman: Sri Ponni Amman

Introduction

• Location: Narasingampettai Village, Thiruvarur District, Tamil Nadu
• Deity: The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, known as Mrithunjeswarar, and the consort is Ponni Amman. Lord Shiva is worshiped in the form of a Lingam housed in the sanctum.

Features

• Nandi: A statue of Nandi is placed outside the temple, signifying the vehicle of Lord Shiva.
• Other Deities: The temple premises also house deities such as Murugan, Ganesh, Brahma, and Dakshina Moorthy.
• Pond: There is a large pond located near the temple, adding to its serene atmosphere.
• Age: The temple is believed to be 1000 years old.
• Accessibility:
  • The temple is situated along the Thiruvarur – Kumbakonam Road.
  • Distance from key locations:
    • 4 km from Kudavasal
    • 10 km from Engan
    • 22 km from Thiruvarur
    • 14 km from Koradacherry
    • 110 km from Trichy
  • Nearest Railway Station: Koradacherry
  • Nearest Airport: Trichy

Festivals

• Major Celebrations:
  • The temple hosts all festivals associated with Lord Shiva, with Masi Magam being particularly celebrated with much fanfare.

Century/Period/Age

1000 Years old

Nearest Bus Station

Kudavasal

Nearest Railway Station

Koradacherry

Nearest Airport

Trichy

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