Purushothama Perumal, Ambasamudram

Purushothama Perumal Ambasamudram is a small east-facing temple with a single Prakaram. The temple is beautifully located amidst green fields. A paved road leads to the temple from the main road. The entrance is from the north through a gateway. A Mantapam outside leads into the Ardha Mantapam where 12 Azhwars and other deities are installed. The Lord’s sanctum sanctorum follows. In the northeast corner of the walls is Moola Garudan. The main deity along with the goddess seated on his lap are on Garuda Vahanam and hence this is considered as a Nithya Garuda Sevai temple. They are on top of Adisesha who is seen with his multi heads above the lord as an umbrella. The lord has 8 hands and is also called Ashta Bujakara Perumal. The hands are holding Conch, Disc, Bow, Arrow, Medallion, and Tail. The specialty here is that he has two conches and two discs in his hands. One hand is embracing the goddess and one is blessing the devotees. The idol here is considered a unique form. The Theertham tank has been overgrown with weeds and has become unapproachable, hence a well has been created for the Lord’s daily ablutions.