Tiruvalithayam
About Tiruvalithayam
Tiruvallesvarar Temple stands in Padi, a northwestern locality of Chennai, as a significant Shaivite sanctuary where Shiva is venerated as Tiruvalleswarar through the lingam form, accompanied by his consort Parvati as Jagathambikai. The temple holds distinguished status within Tamil devotional tradition, appearing in the canonical Tevaram hymns composed by the nayanar saints during the 7th century. Positioned approximately 1300 years in antiquity, this shrine occupies a central location among a sacred circle of eleven temples surrounding Chennai, functioning as the spiritual nucleus of this mandala arrangement. The temple maintains regular worship schedules and serves as an important pilgrimage destination for devotees seeking blessings from the presiding deity.
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