Temples in and around Madurantakam
by B. Mekala | 2016 | 71,416 words
This essay studies the Temples found around Madurantakam, a town and municipality in Kancheepuram (Kanchipuram) District in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Madurantakam is one of the sacred holy places visited by Saint Ramanuja. It is also a region blessed with many renowned temples which, even though dating to at least the 10th century, yet they c...
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Sri Agastheeswarar Temple
Sri Agastheeswarar Temple at Chunampet village is 18 miles from Madurantakam. The temple was built about 1,000 years ago and covers an area of 53 cents. The presiding deity is Sri Agastheeswarar which is a Swayambu Lingam. There are several Uthsavamurthys. Many saints seem to have visited this temple. Full details are not available. There is annual income from its immovable properties. It has valuable jewels. There are four vahanas which are jointly owned by this temple and the other Perumal temple in the village. The Gurukkal performs four poojas daily and he is paid a monthly salary from the temple income. There is no festival at present The temple is managed by two trustees[1].