Sakshinatheswarar Temple, Thiruppurambiyam, Hindu temple in Thiruppurambiyam, India.
The Sakshinatheswarar Temple spans two acres and features two gateway towers, with the western tower rising five storeys to 72 feet in height.
The temple's current structure dates back to the 16th century during the Nayak dynasty rule, while its religious significance was documented in 7th-century Tamil texts.
The temple houses multiple shrines dedicated to deities including Sakshinathar, Ikshuvani, and Dakshinamurthy, where six daily rituals take place from morning until evening.
The temple complex is accessible via Kumbakonam railway station, located 8 kilometers away, with regular transportation services connecting to Thiruppurambiyam village.
According to local records, Shiva manifested at this location to provide testimony for a Chettiar woman, leading to the deity's name Sakshinathar, meaning divine witness.
Location: Thiruppurambiyam
Architectural style: Dravidian architecture
GPS coordinates: 10.48333,78.68333
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:27
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