Chandra Choodeswarar Temple, Hosur, Hindu temple on hilltop in Hosur, India
The Chandra Choodeswarar Temple stands 250 feet above Hosur, featuring a Shiva linga and a representation of Goddess Parvati as Maragathambal.
The temple structure was constructed in 1260 by Hoysala king Thirupuvanamalla Barvatharaja Anthiyazhvar and contains 26 Tamil inscriptions from different periods.
The name Chandra Choodeswarar refers to Lord Shiva wearing the moon as an ornament, while Maragathambal represents the green essence of nature.
Visitors can access the temple daily from 5:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM through a path leading to the hilltop location.
Archaeological findings reveal that the temple area was known as Chevidapadi in the 10th century and Murasunadu in the 13th century.
Location: Tamil Nadu
GPS coordinates: 12.72560,77.83852
Latest update: May 11, 2025 06:54
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