Thirumohoor Kalamegaperumal Temple, Hindu temple in Thirumohur, Tamil Nadu.
Thirumohoor Kalamegaperumal Temple is a Hindu shrine in Thirumohur, Tamil Nadu, distinguished by its five-tiered Rajagopuram entrance tower. Inside, multiple mandapas rest on intricately carved stone pillars featuring yali figures as support elements.
The temple grew from ancient Tamil religious roots and developed as a major pilgrimage site over many centuries. It suffered significant damage in 1763 when British Colonel Heron raided the complex during the Carnatic War and removed sacred artifacts and treasures.
This site ranks as the 94th of the 108 Divya Desams, sacred places celebrated in ancient Tamil devotional poems by the Alvar saints. The designation shaped how pilgrims and worshippers relate to the place across generations.
The site holds regular worship ceremonies throughout the day and is accessible by local buses from nearby towns. Visitors should respect dress codes for temple grounds and plan visits during quieter prayer times for a better experience.
Inside the Kambathadi Mandapam sits a rare carved sculpture executed from a single stone block, depicting Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshman, Hanuman, and other deities in one composition. This single-stone carving demonstrates the exceptional skill of ancient sculptors who could render multiple figures within a unified piece.
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