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