179. K K THOPPU

YOGALINGAESWARAR TEMPLE


Distance: 16kms from Arani and 1 km from Mullandiram

Shiva: Yogalingaeswarar

Speciality:

More than 2000 years old and built during the Chola Period.

First the Linga was discovered by Karikal Cholan. He built the temple. Many inscriptions relating to his period are found here.

Vaayu one of the Ashtadhikbalas have worshiped the Shiva of this temple.

According to the inscriptions the name of Shiva is Vaayulingaeswarar. 

People believe that this temple is equal to Kalahasthi.

Worshippnig Lord Shiva here removes hindrances in marriage and Childbirth

This is a Rahu Kedhu Dhosha Nivarthi Sthalam since Rahu and kethu have worshipped.

Another name for this Shiva is Agastheeswarar since Agasthyar has worshipped this temple.

Sani Bagavan has also worshipped this Shiva.

Arunagirinadhar has worshipped this Shiva and has installed a Linga in his name in Mullindram which is 1 km from here.

The bell sound during the closing worshipped (Arthajama Pooja) of the temple is believed to be heard in Thiruvannamalai.

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