God
The main deity of this temple is Lakshmipureeswarar, who is an incarnation of Lord Shiva facing East direction and He is a swayambhu along with Ulaganayaki.
Goddess
Goddess Ulaganayaki is consort of Lord Shiva.
Interesting Facts
- Tirunavukkarasar is the 19th shrine on the Northern bank of Cauvery. In the Navagraha shrine (9 planets) Sun and Moon are facing each other, a different form in this temple.
- This temple is one amongst the temples dedicated for each of the 27 Nakshatrams or birth-stars.
Best Season To Visit
The best season to visit this temple is Winter season. The best months to visit are September to March.
Weather
Highest - April to June (38°C during day and 26°C during night)Average - May (37 °C during the day and 21 °C during night)Lowest - October to February (30 °C during day and 18 °C during night)Monsoon season - August to September
Dress Code
- For men the dress code is Shirt & Trouser, Dhoti or Pyjamas with upper cloth.
- For women the preferred dress code is saree or half-saree with blouse or chudidhar with pyjama and upper cloth.
- These rules are applicable for foreigners also. Shorts, mini-skirts, middies, sleeveless tops, low-waist jeans and short-length T-shirts are not allowed.
- Pilgrims/visitors will not be allowed inside the temple if dress code is not followed.
Do's & Dont's
- Do bathe and wear clean clothes before you enter the temple.
- Do respect ancient customs and co-piligrims while at temple.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the temple premises.
transport connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Mayuram New Bus Stand |
5 KM | 1800-419-4287 |
 Anandtandavpur Railway Station |
6.8 KM | 139 |
 Puducherry Airport |
104 KM | 0413-2255506 |
Architecture
Origin of the Name - As Mahalakshmi (Thiru) worshipped here, it is also called Thiru Nindra Oor. As Mother Mahalakshmi worshipped Lord Shiva here and was blessed, the lord is praised as Mahalakshmeeswarar.
The temple is facing East direction and built in Dravidian style of architecture with a 3-tier Raja gopuram. There is a koneru named as Neela Poigai - Blue flower tank.
Religious Significance
Story behind the name Thiri Nindra Oor - According to legend, a Chola king was visiting Chidambaram every day to worship Lord Nataraja travelling through this route. While he was crossing this place one day, the wick of the torch carried by his men automatically went off. They could not light it again despite all efforts. When he crossed the place, it began to burn again. This happened each day. The king saw a Shepherd and enquired him whether anything strange was happening there. He said there was a Shivalinga and a Cow was pouring its milk on it. The king found the linga and tried to take it out to build a temple elsewhere. It began to bleed when he dug. Therefore, he built the temple in the same place. As the wick (Thiri in Tamil) got put off here, the place is called Thiri Nindriyur.
Lord Shiva granted darshan to Sage Jamadagni and Parasurama - Sage Jamadagni commanded his son Sage Parasurama to chop off the head of his mother (his wife) Renukadevi as she wondered at the handsomeness of a Gandharva in the reflection of water. Obeying father, the son did it but got back the mother through the boon from father. For committing the sin of killing the mother, he worshipped Lord Shiva here for peace. Jamadagni too repented here for his hasty decision. Lord Shiva granted darshan to both father and son.
History
The temple was built 1000 years ago by Kotchengatchola and Naattukottai Nagarathar. Mahalakshmi, Agastya, Vinayaka, Muruga and Parashurama are believed to have worshiped here at Thirunindriyur. The temple is praised in the hymns of saint Tirugnanasambandar(7th – 8th century C.E.) and saint Tirunavukkarasar. Sounds of light drums and melodious songs fill the holy Tirunindriyur echoing the neighbourhoods Surrounded by beautiful gardens, there dwells my lord and in my mind.
Temple Timings
| Day | Timings | |
|---|---|---|
| All Days | 05:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM |
Tours
Airports
| Airport Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Shamshabad | 40 KM |
| Lorem Ipsum | 12 KM |
Railway Stations
| Railway Station Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Secunderabad | 10 KM |
| Nampally | 12 KM |
| Begumpet | 6 KM |
| Lingampally | 20 KM |
Bus Stations
| Bus Station Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| MGBS | 35 KM |
| CBS | 28 KM |
| kukatpally | 20 KM |
| Lingampally | 30 KM |
| Uppal | 35 KM |
Private Transports
| Transport Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Private Transport | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
Local Transports
| Transport Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Local Transport | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
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