Veerateeswarar temple, Korukkai, Ancient Shiva temple in Korukkai, India
The Veerateeswarar Temple features a five-tiered entrance tower, sacred water tanks, and multiple shrines dedicated to various Hindu deities within its stone walls.
The temple's stone inscriptions date back to the Chola and Vijayanagara kingdoms, with its main structure constructed during the 9th century CE.
Devotees perform specific rituals like Puthrakameshti Yaga for child blessings and celebrate major festivals including the Kamathakana festival in February-March.
The temple opens daily from 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with access available via road from Mayiladuthurai, located 12 kilometers away.
The temple contains a shrine dedicated to Kaamathakana Murthy, marking the location where Lord Shiva transformed Manmathan, the god of love, into ashes.
Location: Tamil Nadu
GPS coordinates: 11.15534,79.61198
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:28
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