Panchanatheeswarar Temple (Vadugurnathar Temple),
Thiruvandarkoil, Puducherry
Panchanatheeswarar Temple
(Vadugurnathar Temple) is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located at
Thiruvandarkoil near Villianur in Puducherry. Thiruvandarkoil is also known as Vandaar Koyil / Vadukur. Presiding
Deity is called as Vadukeeswarar / Panchanadeeswarar / Vadugurnathar. Mother is
called as Thiripurasundari / Vaduvakirkanni. This shrine is known for the
Bhairava manifestation of Shiva - Samhara Bhairava Vadugurnathar.
Saint Thirugnanasambanthar
visited this temple and this temple is praised in
the hymns of saint Thirugnana Sambandar. This is one of the 276 Devara Padal
Petra Shiva Sthalams and 16th Shiva Sthalam in Nadu Naadu. Saint
Arunagirinathar has also sang songs in praise of Lord Murugan of this temple in
his revered Thirupugazh. This is beautiful temple under the control of
Archeological Survey of India (ASI) and has several inscriptions dating back to
the period of Parantaka Chola and other great Chola kings like Rajaraja Chola,
Rajendra Chola and Kulothunga Chola.
Legends
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History
This temple is believed to have been built by the Chola
King Parantaka-I. It is constructed in a style that is similar to that of
Tanjore temple but it is much smaller in size. The historical name of this
place is Vadukur and that of the temple is Andarkoil. However, over a period of
time, this place’s name has been changed to Thiru Andarkoil. Currently,
this temple is under the control of the Archaeological Department of India.
The
Temple
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Temple
Opening Time
The Temple remains open from 06.00 AM to 11.00 AM and
05.00 PM to 08.00 PM.
Festivals
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Literary
Mention
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Prayers
Devotees believe that worshiping the lord of this temple
would bless them with better job opportunities and promotions in works.
Majority of people pray for promotion in jobs and to conquer arrogance and
ego. Devotees perform abishek, archanas and offer vastras to Lord. There are 8
pillars in the Artha Mandapa before Lord’s shrine. Worshipping Lord at
this spot would bring royal honours and benefits to the
devotee. Special abisheks are performed to Lord Vadukeeswarar and
Lord Bhairava on Ashtami days for removal evil effects. Those facing
problems in wedding matters and suffering from illnesses perform abishek to
Lord Bhairava with honey and sugarcane juice and feed the dogs.
Lord Muruga on his peacock vehicle turning left graces
with His six faces, 12 hands and weapons. Saint Arunagiriar in his Thirupugazh
hymns ensures that the devotee would be relieved of all his/her sins if they
worship Muruga in this form. Mother Durga graces from wall around the sanctum
with her hands ready for a war. Devotees pray here for success in
their efforts. Special abisheks are performed to Lord Vadukeeswarar and
Lord Bhairava on Ashtami days for removal evil effects.
Contact
Panchanatheeswarar Temple (Vadugurnathar Temple),
Thiruvandar Koil Post
Kandamangalam Via,
Puducherry – 605 102
Mobile: +91 99943 05874 / 99941 90417
Connectivity
The Temple is located at about 12 Kms, Villianur, 19 Kms
from Puducherry, 20 Kms from Villupuram, 4.5 Kms from Chinnababusamudram, 179
Kms from Chennai and 183 Kms from Trichy. The Temple is located on Pondicherry
to Villupuram Route (NH 45A). All the buses from Villupuram to Pondicherry and
vice versa pass through Thiruvandarkoil. The temple is located on the road side
opposite to Food Corporation Godown. Nearest railway station is Chinnababu Samudram
(4 kms) on the Villupuram to Pondicherry railway line. Nearest Major Railway
Station is located at Villupuram and Puducherry. Nearest Airport is located at
Puducherry and Chennai.
Location
Location
