Karpaganatharkulam Karpaganathar Temple is a Hindu temple located at Karpaganatharkulam in Tiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India. The temple is dedicated to Shiva, as the moolavar presiding deity, in his manifestation as Karpaganathar. His consort, Parvati, is known as Balasundari. The historical name of the place is Tirukadikulam.
Legends Associated with This Shrine
A demon Karthikasuran by name worshipped Lord Shiva here and acquired many to.As the Lord poured boons on him as the Karpaga tree, he built a temple for the Lord and named Him Karpaganathar.Lord Karpaga Vinayaga worshipped Lord Karpaganathar and got the Mango.
Shrine’s Map Location and How to Go There
By Road
Buses passing through Thondiakadu on the Tiruthuraipoondi-Puducherry route pass through Karpaganathar Kulam. The place is 26 km from Tiruthuraipoondi.
By Rail
The Nearest Railway Station is Tiruthuraipoondi
By Air
The Nearest Airport is Tiruchi.
Shrine Timings
The temple is open from 6.00 a.m. to 12.00 a.m. and from 5.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.
Events Celebrated at This Shrine
Maha Shivratri is celebrated grandly in the temple in the month of February-March.
Extra Information About this Shrine
Karpaganatharkulam Karpaganathar Temple is a Hindu temple located at Karpaganatharkulam in Tiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India. The temple is dedicated to Shiva, as the moolavar presiding deity, in his manifestation as Karpaganathar. His consort, Parvati, is known as Balasundari. The historical name of the place is Tirukadikulam.