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Karur is a city of old and has a lot of culture.It is situated in Tamil Nadu, a state in southern India. Its strengths lie in its textile industry and temples. The latter are evidence of the spiritual and architectural diversity of the region. Temples in Karur dating back to centuries, are the places of worship, but also, they are the repositories of art, history, and local traditions. They are still alive and vital to the centres of community life, where festivals and rituals create deep-rooted bonds of belonging among the local population.
Top 10 Temples In Karur
Karur is a town filled with spiritual energy and one must visit temples in Karur to learn about the history and culture of the place.
1. Sri Kalyana Pasupatheeswarar Temple
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This is the seventh sthalam in Kongu Nadu and one of the 276 Devara Paadal Petra Shiva sthalams. The temple is enormous; the 120-foot-tall Rajagopuram Tower has two hallways, seven floors, and seven levels. The east is where this temple faces. The temple’s Moolavar Lingam is a self-manifested Swayambhu Murti. The three splendors of this temple are Theertham (The Holy Water), Moorthy (The Presiding Deity), and Sthalam (The Place of Divinity). It is thought that Lord Brahma was the first worshiper of Lord Shiva in this temple. The most important festivals are the thirteen-day “Panguni Uthiram” (Brahmotsavam) in March and April and the twelve-day “Arudra Darshanam” in December and January.
Timings: 6 AM to 12:30 PM and from 4 PM to 08:30 PM
2. Sri Mariamman Temple
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Mariamman is the mama goddess to the total of South India and is loved and worshipped the most across colourful townlets and municipalities. People supplicate to her for proper rains, good yield of crops, for the well-being of the family, fertility, for entering a good partner etc. Mariamman tabernacle is known as a ‘ tabernacle for all’. Piecemeal from this, there are colourful other carnivals like the Navarathri (September-October), Diwali (October to November), Pongal in January and periodic sanctification day etc are celebrated in the tabernacle then in Karur.
Timings: 6: AM to 11 AM, 4 PM to 8 PM
3. Agastheeswarar Temple
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Lord Shiva is the subject of the Hindu temple known as Agastheeswarar Temple. It is around 15 kilometres from Karur in the Thirumukkudal village of the Karur district. It is situated extremely close to the meeting point of the Cauvery, Amaravathi, and Thirumanimuthaaru rivers, on the banks of the Amaravathi River. The principal deities of this temple are Sri Anjanakshi Amman and Sri Agatheeswarar. On the day of Mahashivratri and Pradosham, there will be a spectacular celebration with the serving of annathanam.
Timings: 5:45 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 8:30 PM
4. Kumaraswamy Temple
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With stunning views of the surrounding scenery, this temple to Lord Murugan is perched on a hill. Walking enthusiasts and spiritual seekers alike frequently visit this location. As there is a little climb involved in getting to the temple, it is ideal for those looking for both spiritual serenity and adventure. Later, during January and February, during the month of Thai, large throngs swarm to the temple to seek Lord Murugan’s blessings in the hopes of improving their health and prosperity.
Timings: 6 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 8 PM
5. Balasubramania Swamy Temple
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The temple town of Vangal, near Karur is home to the Balasubramania Swamy Temple which has been a centre for worship of Lord Murugan, also known in Tamil Nadu as Skanda, who represents war and victory. Romanized as Murugan, the son of Shiva and Parvati, holds special importance in Tamil culture. And Pilgrims come here to practice special rituals and Poojas dedicatedly for the well-being of their children as Lord Murugan is considered solace, strength in safeguarding kindlings. Thaipusam is a very popular festival at the temple; Panguni Uthiram, which also attracts thousands of devotees to perform prayers before partaking in their kavadi.
Timings: 6 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 8 PM
6. Sri Magudeswarar Temple
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Sri Magudeswarar Temple is a Hindu temple located at Kodumudi, near Karur in Tiruchirapalli district of Tamil Nadu. This is a very ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known as Magudeswarar. It is famous for the rare distinctness of all three principal deities of Hindu Pantheon —Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. Mythology Of The Temple This temple was built during the Chola rule and is considered to have high regards due to its rich literature. According to legend, Lord Shiva gave the sages and saints of this site spiritual knowledge, which had made it a holy land. The temple marks important festivals that include Maha Shivaratri and Vaikunta Ekadashi.
Timings: 6 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 8 PM
7. Arulmigu Kalyana Venkataramana Swamy Temple
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The Vaishnava temples have long held a prominent place on the never-ending list of Tamil Nadu’s most significant spiritual locations, among the hundreds of thousands of other religious monuments found in the state. The Karur temple of Thanthondrimalai Kalyana Venkataramana Swamy is one of the most revered and fortunate of them. People often refer to this temple as the “Tirupati of the South.” This temple is remarkably peculiar in that followers offer their shoes as part of their offerings, and footwear is offered to the lord during a strange and devoted festival. In addition, followers donate salt, pepper, and jaggery to the temple in hopes of healing scars and acne.
Timings: 6 AM to 1 PM, 3 PM to 7 PM
8. Arulmigu Sri Karur Easwaran Koil
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It is a well-known temple in Karur, Tamil Nadu, which has been dedicated to Lord Shiva. Its main deity is Lord Shiva, who is worshiped as Easwaran. Furthermore, the temple also possesses the sannidhi of other deities, including Goddess Parvati, who is largely worshiped as Soundarya Nayaki. The god residing here at the temple is credited for the health, wealth, and prosperity of the devotees. This temple hosts various major Hindu festivals, among which Maha Shivaratri is the most popular one. Pilgrims from different parts of the town, start making pilgrimage to the temple where the bountiful Puja that goes all night long is held.
Timings: 6 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 8 PM
9. Sri Kothandaramaswamy Temple
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The shrine particularly has a resonating significance among the Vaishnavites as they revere Lord Rama as the personification of virtue, bhakti and dharma. True to their faith, a visit to the temple is made in hope of attaining his grace to be at peace, prosperous, and have the ability to conquer all difficulties of life. Hanuman Jayanti and Rama Navami are the festivities that most celebrate the birth of Hanuman and Lord Ram in the temple.
Timings: 6 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 8 PM
10. Pugazhimalai Shree Arupadai Murugan Temple
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Northwest of Karur is the Pugazhimalai Shree Arupadai Murugan Temple in Pugalur. Located at Velayuthampalayam, next to the Kaveri river, the temple dates back thousands of years. It is perched on a hillside. Subramanian, also known as Lord Murugan, is the temple’s principal deity. Thaipoosam, which falls during the first week of February, is the temple’s most popular event. On this particular occasion, the temple’s god is placed atop a chariot, which is pulled around the temple by its followers at night.
Timings: 6 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 8 PM
Karur has a lot of temples, and all of them are so spiritual and beautiful architecturally. Whether it is the thousands of years old Pasupathieswarar Temple or the more peaceful Sree Kothandaramaswamy Temple, the town offers a strong religious base in Tamil Nadu. From blessings, to peace, to spiritual enlightenment, the temples in Karur offer a serene retreat to devotees and tourists as well. So plan your travel with TripXL and be in Karur and feel its godliness.
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