Natham Parameswara Mangalam Kailasanathar Temple, Kanchipuram

Address

Natham Parameswara Mangalam Kailasanathar Temple, Natham Parameswara Mangalam, Kanchipuram District – 603305. Mobile: +91 – 97890 56615 / 97860 58325 /

Deity

Kailasanathar Amman: Kanagambikai.

Introduction

• Deity:
  • Presiding deity: Kailasanathar (Shiva).
  • Mother: Kanagambikai.
• Location:
  • Natham Parameswara Mangalam, Kanchipuram District, Tamil Nadu.
  • Situated on a small rocky island on one side of the Palar River.
  • About 80 km from Chennai via ECR, 5 km from Kalpakkam and close to Vayalur Bridge.
• Historical Significance:
  • Built in 800 AD during the reign of Nripatunga Varma Pallavan.
  • Renowned for its ancient Shiva Lingam, the temple has been renovated, with a new Ambal deity installed.
  • Footmarks of Kailasanathar in meditation are found on the temple’s backside, depicting a Rajanagam covering him and a cow pouring milk on him.
  • Protected by strong stones at the back to prevent flood damage from the Palar River.
  • Renovated using calcium (sudhai) without cement; Kumbabishegam took place in Feb 2013.
• Accessibility: A small bridge has been constructed across the Palar River to reach the temple.

Festivals Celebrated:

1. Masi Magam
2. Panguni Uthiram (celebrates the wedding of Kailasanathar and Kamakshi)
3. All Shiva-related festivals

Century/Period/Age

800 AD

Managed By

Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments Department (HRCE)

Nearest Bus Station

Natham Parameswara Mangalam

Nearest Railway Station

Kalpakkam

Nearest Airport

Chennai

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