Nagapattinam Naduvatheeswarar Temple

Address

Nagapattinam Naduvatheeswarar Temple,

Melakottaivasal, Nagai circle,

Nagapattinam District,

Tamil Nadu 611003

Moolavar

Madhyapureeswarar (Naduvatheeswarar)

Introduction

• Location: Melakottaivasal, Nagapattinam Circle, Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu
• Alternate Names:
  • Naduvar Koil
  • Madhyapureeswarar Temple
• Significance:
  • The temple is located at the center of Nagapattinam and is considered the focal point of all the temples in the region. Due to its central location, it is also referred to as Naduvatheeswarar Temple.
  • The Lord is worshipped in the form of a Shivalinga, and is also known as Madhyapureeswarar or Naduvatheeswarar.

Puranic Significance

• According to Hindu mythology, the creation of the world after its destruction was directed by Lord Vishnu (referred to as Thirumal). At his request, Brahma came to this site and installed the Shivalinga and Theertha (sacred water). This act initiated Brahma’s creative process for the universe.
• It is believed that anyone who anoints the Ema Thirtha (sacred water) on the Lord’s idol and offers it to another person will help them overcome fears and attain a divine position, close to Lord Shiva.

Temple Architecture

• Age: The temple is believed to be over 1300 years old.
• Location: Situated behind the National High School in Nagapattinam, the temple faces east and has a grand five-tiered gopuram (gateway tower).
• Gopuram Features:
  • A Vinayaka idol is positioned at the left-center of the outer gopuram.
  • The gopuram leads to the altar and flagpole, which precedes a three-tiered Rajagopuram (main tower).
  • Near the flagpole, there is a sculpture depicting Brahma worshiping the Shivalinga.
• Sanctum: The sanctum enshrines Lord Madhyapureeswarar in the form of a beautiful Lingam, facing east.

Worship and Rituals

• Lord Madhyapureeswarar: Worshiped as the central deity of the temple, believed to be a powerful form of Lord Shiva.
• Ema Thirtha: The sacred water from the temple is used in rituals for its purifying and blessing powers. Anointing this water to devotees is said to bring protection and spiritual elevation.

Century/Period

1300 years old

Nearest Bus Station

Nagapattinam

Nearest Railway Station

Nagapattinam

Nearest Airport

Trichy

Location on Map

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