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| Sirkazhi Sattanathar Temple |
| Address |
Sirkazhi |
| City |
Nagappattinam |
| State |
Tamil Nadu |
| Location |
South India |
| Altitude |
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| Year of Construction |
10th century |
| Constructed By |
Vikrama Chola |
| Type of Construction |
Ancient |
| Type of Building |
Temple |
| Managed By |
Dharmapura Adheenam |
| Official Website |
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| Dedicated To |
Lord Shiva |
| Other Deities |
Ganesh,Karthick,Parvathi |
| Religion |
Hinduism |
| Importance |
According to legend, Lord Shiva is said to have carried the 64 arts with him in a raft, in this shrine, hence the name Toniappar, and Tonipuram. Bhramma is believed to have worshipped Shiva here. |
| Famous For |
The temple complex is famous for the three different Shiva shrines known as Bhramapureeswarar shrine, Thoniappar Shrine and Sattainathar/Vatukanathar Shrine. |
| Festival |
The annual Bhrammotsavam and Ambaal festivals. |
| Best Time |
Morning 6.30 to 10 Am |
| Opening Schedule |
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| Visit Timings |
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| Pooja Schedule |
6 AM - 9 PM |
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| Accomodation |
Accomodations are easily available at the hotels in Sirkazhi. |
| Accesibility |
All facility are available in Sirkazhi. |
| Nearby Cities |
Chidambaram, Mayiladuthurai |
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