Sivan Thirupurakovil

Sivan, Thirupurakovil

Saivite Temples, Cheyyur Taluk

God

Siva, facing east

Goddess

Parvati, facing south

Other Deities

Nandi

Sivan Thirupurakovil is an ancient and dilapidated east facing temple situated on top of a small hillock. The location is peaceful and beautiful. There is a stagnant pool of rainwater on top with water lilies. The original stone temple has broken down and the Deities have been shifted to a small shed temporarily. A beautiful Ganesha temple is situated on the opposite hillock alongside a large pond. An Amman shrine is at the base of the hillock.

Holy Water (Theertham) – No information

Sacred Tree (Sthala Vriksham) – No information

History

Sivan Thirupurakovil definitely looks ancient and the fact that the name of the village is Thirupurakovil indicates this has been a popular place for worship in the past. No other historical information is available as of now.

Legend

No information

Directions

Sivan Thirupurakovil is about 6 kilometers north of Cheyyur. Cross Chengattur and proceed further till you reach the Thirupurakovil signboard and then on to the temple. The Ganesha temple will be visible from a short distance.

Stay and Food

None locally in any of the villages of this Taluk. A few restaurants are available only in the ECR.

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