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Sri Thatheeswarar Temple
- Thirumanam,Tamil Nadu
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Overview
Chithukudi is 8 km from Poonamalle, a place on the outskirts of Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu. There are many buses available to travel to Poonamallee from Chennai. There would be vehicles that ply devotees from Poonamallee to Chithukudi, though there may not be many regular local buses. The main God here is Thatheeswarar and Amman (Thayar) is Poonguzhali. This temple is a Star Temple Koil.
About the Temple
Lord Thatheeswarar dwells in the shrines of Shri Thatheeswarar temple. This temple is filled with mind-blowing aroma and is noted for its intricate architecture. There is also a separate shrine for the goddess Poonguzhali. This temple is most exclusive for Swathi starrers. It is believed that if Swathi nakshatra people visit this temple often, they will escape from the ill vibe of their planetary effects and will be able to succeed in their task. The speciality of the temple is the absence of the nose rope to tie down Nandhi, the bull and the Vaahana of Lord Shiva, since Nandni appears calm and relaxed on its own.
About The Deity
The presiding deity is Lord Thatheeswarar. His consort is Goddess Sri Poonguzhali.
Legend and Stories
Two great Siddhas, Padukkai Jadamudi Siddha and Prana Deepika Siddha performed penance in this place. They installed a Shivalinga under a Gooseberry tree and named in Nelliappar. Thathiri in Sanskrit means gooseberry and the Tamil name is Nelli. As the place is fragrant, it is also called Tirumanam-good fragrance. It is called Siddhar Kadu as Siddhas lived here. In the days that followed it is Chitukadu now.
Festivals
Sri Panchamurthy procession on Chitra Poornima day in April-May, Vinayaka Chaturthi in August-September, Shivrathri in February-March, Margazhi Tiruvadhirai in December-January, Tirukarthikai in November-December, Aadi Kruthika in July-August, Thai Kruthika and Thai Poosam in January-February and Panguni Uthiram in March-April is the festivals of the temple.
Thanks Giving
Devotees perform abishek to Lord with gooseberry powder and juice and milk. They offer green vastras and bangles to Mother Poonguzhali Thayar and light ghee lamps in Her shrine.
Significance
Besides Swathi people generally worshipping for relief from adverse planetary effects, those facing obstacles in marriage proposals and those suffering from cardiac problems pray to Lord for solutions.
Nearby Place To Visit
Ashtalakshmi Temple
Kantha swamy Temple
Tiruvalleswarar Temple
Marundeeswarar Temple
Masilamani Easwarar Temple
Vadapalani Andavar Temple
Accessibility
Chithukadu is 8 km from Poonamallee on way to a place called Thandurai. Buses are available only at specific hours. It would be better to hire vehicles from Poonamallee. The closest railway station is in Chennai, and airport is in Chennai.
Temple Address
Sri Thatheeswarar Temple, (Chithukadu),
South Mada Street, 1/144, Thirumanam Village,
Via Pattabhiram,
Vayalanallur Post,
Chennai
Pincode - 600072.
Significance
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of the following:-
- Relief from adverse planetary effects on Swati star
- Marriage proposals
- Cardiac problems
Shlokas
Kailaasarana Shiva Chandramouli Phaneendra Maathaa Mukutee Zalaalee Kaarunya Sindhu Bhava Dukha Haaree Thujaveena Shambho Maja Kona Taaree
Meaning -Oh Lord Shiva who is seated on Mount Kailash, where the moon decorates his forehead and the king of serpents crown his head, who is merciful and removes delusion, You alone can protect me. I surrender to thee.
Aum Trayambakam Yajaamahey Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam Urvaarukamiva Bandhanaath Mrutyor Muksheeya Maamritaat
Meaning -We worship the fragrant Lord Shiva, who has 3 eyes and who cultivates all beings. May He free me from death, for immortality, as even a cucumber is separated from its bond with the vine.
Timings
The temple is open from 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. and from 5.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m