Proper name Tiruvalithayam State/province Tamil Nadu District Chennai Locale Padi | Country India Architectural styles Dravidian architecture Architectural style Dravidian architecture | |
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Primary deity Valleswarar (Shiva)
Jagathambal (Parvathi) Similar Ettampadai Temple, Periamet Mosque, Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Kasi Viswanatha Temple, Chromepet Flyover | ||
Tiruvalithayam is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Padi, Chennai, (India). It is one of the Paadal Petra Sthalams, 275 temples that are revered by the verses of Saiva Nayanars in the 6th-9th century CE and are amongst the greatest Shiva temples of the continent.
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History
The temple is closely associated with Rajaraja Chola III. Padi historically is referred to the place used to store armory. The God here is worshipped by Ramar, Bharathwajar, Anjaneyar, Surya, Moon, Indran and Valiyan.
Legend
Jupiter(Guru), Sage Bharathwaja and Hanuman are believed to have worshipped the lord here. This temple is believed to be Guru dosha nivarthi stalam. Sambandar has sung praises of the God here.
Transport
The temple can be reached by bus towards Padi. The railhead from Ambattur is 4 km away from the temple.