Tirumeeyachur Mehanadhar Temple, Ancient Hindu temple in Tiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu.
Tirumeeyachur Mehanadhar Temple is an ancient shrine in Tiruvarur district dedicated to Lord Shiva in his form as Meganathaswami, worshipped alongside his consort Lalithambika. The temple displays traditional Dravidian architectural style with its towers, courtyards, and ornamental stone carvings.
The temple is recognized as one of the 275 sacred Paadal Petra Sthalams, documented in the Tevaram hymns composed by the ancient Tamil saint Tirugnanasambandar. This inclusion reflects its spiritual importance across centuries.
Devotees gather here daily to participate in religious rituals seeking blessings for well-being and prosperity. The annual Rathasapthami festival in January or February brings crowds who witness the elaborate ceremonial celebrations.
The site is accessible by regular bus services connecting Mayiladuthurai and Peralam, making it easy to reach from surrounding areas. Plan your visit for morning or evening hours when daily ceremonies take place at the shrine.
From April 21 to 27, sunlight directly illuminates the deity Lord Meganathaswami inside the inner sanctum due to the temple's architectural alignment. Specialized Surya puja ceremonies are performed during these days to honor this natural phenomenon.
Location: Tiruvarur district
GPS coordinates: 10.96278,79.64722
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:00
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