Irumbai Mahakaleshwarar Temple, Villupuram
Mahakaleshwarar Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to
Lord Shiva located at Irumbai Village in the vicinity of Auroville
International Township (near to Pondicherry) in Villupuram District of
Tamilnadu. This place is also called as Thiru Irumbai Maakalam. There are 3 Maakalam
where Shiva gave Dharshan, of these this is the center of the three (North –
Ujjain, south Ambar Maakalam and this is at the center). Tirugnanasambandar has
sung hymns in praise of Lord Shiva of this temple. This is the 32nd and
last of the Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam in Thondai Nadu.
Legends
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History
It is believed that this temple was built by Chola King Kulothungan
III. As per the inscriptions on the stone walls of the temple, the village’s
name is mentioned as “Iruncheri”. This temple is associated with the legend of
Kaduveli Siddhar, a famous yogi who lived in the area about five hundred years
ago.
The
Temple
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Temple
Opening Time
The Temple remains open from 6.30 a.m. to 12.00 a.m. and
from 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.
Festivals
Masi Magam and Shivarathri in February-March,
Tirukarthikai in November-December and Panguni Uthiram in March-April are the
festivals celebrated in the temple. The shrine to Subramanyar here is of
significance, and Panguni Uthiram is celebrated in splendor here. Mondays in
the month of Karthikai are also considered to be special. Also, all Pradosham
are celebrated in a grand manner.
Literary
Mention
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Prayers
People pray to Lord Mahakaleshwarar for
longevity. Innocent people blamed unjustly pray for the removal of
such scars. Devotees perform special abishek to Lord with vastras on realizing
their wish. Those who suffer from speech impediment and aspiring musicians pray
to the Goddess by offering her honey and partaking the honey prasadam. The
belief is that she cures the speech impediment and endows the aspiring
musicians with a great voice.
Contact
Mahakaleshwarar Temple,
Irumbai Mahalam,
Vanur Taluk,
Villupuram District – 605 111
Phone: +91 413 268 8943
Mobile: +91 98435 26601 / 80981 44813
Connectivity
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