Pachampakkam Pasupatheeswarar Temple, Kanchipuram

Address

Pachampakkam Pasupatheeswarar Temple, Kanchipuram

Moolavar

Pasupatheeswarar

Amman

Parvadhavardhini

Introduction

The Pachampakkam Pasupatheeswarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is located in the village of Pachampakkam in the Kanchipuram district of Tamil Nadu. Here are some key details about this temple:

1. Presiding Deity: The primary deity of the temple is Lord Shiva, who is known as Pasupatheeswarar. The goddess in the temple is called Parvadhavardhini.
2. Location: The temple is situated in the village of Pachampakkam, which is a neighboring village of Pounchur. Buses traveling between Mathuranthagam and Kalkulam pass through this village, providing access to the temple.
3. History: The people of Pounchur had constructed a shed for a Shiva Lingam in an open place, which eventually became the Pasupatheeswarar Temple. Recently, additional shrines were constructed for deities like Lord Vinayagar, Lord Murugan, the goddess Ambal, and the Navagrahas.
4. Age of the Lingam: The Shiva Lingam in this temple is believed to be around 1000 years old, carrying with it a rich historical and religious legacy.
5. Sacred Tree: The sacred tree associated with this temple is the Vilvam tree, which holds significance in many Shiva temples.
6. Temple Timings: The temple is open once a day, and devotees can visit during the specified hours to pay their respects to Lord Pasupatheeswarar and seek blessings.

Century/Period

1000 years old. 

Nearest Bus Station

Pachampakkam

Nearest Railway Station

Kanchipuram Junction

Nearest Airport

Chennai

Location on Map

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