Arulmigu Thiyagarajaswamy Temple

I fell in love to Lord siva( THIYARAJA PERUMAAN , because He goes to any extent for his devotees, and then VADIVUDAI AMMA she is truly example for beauty, Those who do not believe in God must visit this temple, definitely you will also feel that god

The Thyagaraja Temple, also known as Vadivudai Amman Temple, located in Tiruvottiyur, Chennai, stands as a significant spiritual and historical landmark. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it holds a special place in Tamil Nadu's religious tapestry. With roots tracing back to the 7th century Pallava era, the temple's prominence was further enhanced during the reign of the Chola dynasty.

A notable aspect of this temple is its association with the Tevaram hymns and the Saiva Nayanars, particularly Sundarar and Pattinathar. The temple complex houses various shrines, including those of Lord Nataraja, Ganapati, Dakshinamurthy, and the presiding deity, Aadhipureeswarar, who is unveiled to devotees on special occasions.

Vadivudaiamman, the temple's chief goddess, is revered as Tripurasundari and is part of a triad of Shakthi temples in the region. The temple also encompasses numerous other deities, each with their distinct significance. Historical inscriptions within the temple provide insights into its rich past, detailing the contributions of scholars, religious practices, and festivals.

The annual festivals, especially the one in the Tamil month of Masi, are grand affairs, drawing devotees from far and wide. The temple's historical and cultural significance, combined with its spiritual ambiance, makes it a cherished destination for pilgrims and history enthusiasts alike.

Built circa 700AD, houses the shrine of Lord Shiva as Thyagarajaswamy, in a sanctum surrounded by numerous shrines of Gods. The evening atmosphere is so serene. Car parking is non-existent, even on the main road. Better to come by Metro. Lots of shops to do desi shopping.

Very very sacred temple dated 1500 years old, this is the place where sundarar, gnanasambandar visited and sung in praise of lord Shiva, Moment i stepped into the temple I felt the goose bumps, the beauty charishma of the temple I didn't feel leaving the temple.

You can experience a strong sense of devotion here. Compared to other Shivlingams, this one is very large and unique. It's definitely worth a visit.

Beautiful ancient shiva temple more than 2 thousand years old.worth a visit

Very Divine and blissful place. Located in a main place with ample bus and metro connectivity.

The Arulmigu Thiyagarajaswamy Temple in Tiruvottiyur holds a rich history and diverse traditions, making it a place of unique significance. Its story is intertwined with Tondaiman, a devoted follower of Lord Shiva, who undertook a remarkable endeavor. In 750 A.D., Tondaiman restored the Thiagarajaswamy Temple, leaving an indelible mark. He worked tirelessly on its renovation, creating several shrines within its sacred premises, including Vadivudai Amman, Gunalaya Vinayagar, Vattapparai Amman, Valarkali Amman, Arul Jothi Murugan, Akasalingam, Sahasralingam, and the 27 Natchktras. Additionally, he was instrumental in constructing the temple's grand gopuras and walls.

Tondaiman's dedication didn't end there. He procured 500 shivalingas and brought 500 austere Brahmins from Kasi to reestablish the temple, adhering to the agama texts. His contributions also extended to organizing the Tirukkadalattu, a remarkable water festival held during Masi Magam. Tondaiman's generosity was evident as he donated extensive lands and towns to the temple. As a result, the Arulmigu Thiyagarajaswamy Temple, housing an awe-inspiring five-tiered Raja gopuram, is believed to be approximately 1,500 years old.

At its core, the temple features a distinctive Swayambu lingam, ingeniously designed in the shape of an anthill, flanked by Lord Mahavishnu on the right and Lord Brahma on the left. A special practice here is the offering of abhishekam, a ritual of devotion, exclusively to the Avudayar (base) of the lingam, rather than directly to the lingam itself.

On the full moon day in the Tamil month of Karthikai, the temple unveils the lingam, removing its covers. During these three days, devotees can revere and offer their prayers to Lord Shiva in this unique anthill-like form. It is believed that this period marks a time when Lord Vishnu, Lord Brahma, and the serpent Vasuki pay homage to Lord Shiva.

The temple presents another intriguing facet – it adheres to a theme of duality. Within its sanctum, everything exists in pairs: two presiding deities, Sri Adhipureeswarar and Sri Otreeswarar; two goddesses, Sri Vadivudai Amman and Sri Vattaparai Amman; two sacred trees, Athi and Makizham; two sacred theerthams, Brahma and Adhisesha theerthams; and two distinct pooja procedures, Karana and Kameeka.

Notably, it is one of the seven temples (Saptha Vidanga) in Thondai Nadu where one can witness the divine dance of Lord Thiyagaraja, known as Ananda Thandavam. This gives rise to the temple's name, Ananda Thiyagesar.

The temple is a part of the Tri-Shakti temples, representing Itcha, Kriya, and Gnana Shakthis. Among these, Sri Vadivudai Nayaki at Thiruvotriyur is celebrated as Gnana Shakti. The other two Shakti shrines are Thiruvudai Nayaki at Melur and Kodi Idai Nayaki at Vada-Thirumullaivayil. All three idols are believed to have been crafted by the same sculptor. Worshiping these three goddesses together, particularly on the full moon day, at morning, midday, and evening, is believed to bring manifold blessings.

Legend has it that Lord Shiva's dance pattern in Thiruvottriyur mirrors that of Thiruvarur, continuing the divine tradition. Lord Maha Vishnu, who missed witnessing the dance in Thiruvarur, is said to have been directed by Lord Thiyagaraja to observe it in Thiruvottriyur. This extraordinary performance is believed to have been witnessed by celestial beings, including Lord Mahavishnu, Lord Brahma, Romarishi, Vanmiki Rishi, Serpent Vasuki, and Chandran.

The temple carries a belief that Lord Shiva blessed Sage Agasthiar with a sacred vision during his wedding. It is also considered that all 27 Nakshatrams (constellations) came here to seek absolution and reside in the temple as individual Shiva lingams. Visitors can view all 27 Shiva lingams, each representing a Nakshatram, in the temple's corridors.

This temple boasts historical significance as the place where Kavi Chakravarthi Kambar is believed to have translated the Valmiki Ramayan from Sanskrit to Tamil. The legend includes the Goddess Vattaparai Amman assisting Kambar in his work by taki

A must visit temple for Hindu religious people, don't miss it the biggest temple in North Chennai. Countless Shivlinga in the praharams, managed by Hindu Religious Endowment board, there was little wait time at Vaduvudai amman sannidhi. You can buy special darshan ticket. Thyagaraja swamy sannidhi is so divine

This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, it’s a huge temple complex in the northern part of Chennai Tiruvottiyur. Must visit shrine when your in Chennai, only issue is with parking space, since it’s pretty much crowded locality.

This revered temple, is located within a walkable distance from the thiruvottiyur theradi metro station, is an epicentre of blessings from the adobe to the surrounding people community. Arulmigi Thiagarajaswamy and Sri Vadivudaiyamman sannidhi blesses all floks of people. The moolavar moorthy (shivalingam) (Aadhipureeswarar) is a suyambu form (Mud form). The Shivalingam is believed as an incarnation of different sivalingams from different locations. Tiruvottriyur is considered as birthplace of Kaliya Moorthy Nayanar and moksha sthalam of Patttinathar Nayanar. The temple is a Paadal Petra Sthalam as inscriptions date back to 7th century Thevaram hymns of Saiva Nayanars. Various rulers such as Pallavas (7th century), Cholas (11th century) and renovated Vijayanagara Empire (15th century). One can notice both Tamil and Telugu scriptures date back to centuries. All Three of Thevaram Moovar (Appar, Samandar, and Sundarar) have rendered Thevaram songs in this temple. The temple is closely associated with the saint poet Sundarar and Pattinathar. The main gopuram is seven-tier tower and temple tank is located on north side of the main entrance. The lady goddess of Moolavar (Sri Aadhipureeswarar) is SriVadivudaiamman showers her Blessings along with Thiagarajaswamy in this unique temple. The temple is believed and considered as one among 51 shakthi peedams (Gnanapeedam). One can notice 27 shivalingams for 27 nakshatrams. The temple has many sannidhi (Many gods). The temple as separate sannidhi for Somaskandar, adjacent to moolavar sannidhi. The temple has a seven-tiered gateway tower, and a tank, with the overall temple area covering 1 acre. The temple is administered by the Hindu Religious and Endowment Board of the Government of Tamil Nadu. The temple is open every day from 6am - 12pm and 4pm - 8.30pm on all days. The temple is located approximately 500m from Theradi metro railway station.

If your Shiva devotes then must visit the place.
1 hour to complete.

Powerful temple in india ,Everyone must come to this temple and feel the vibration

Lord a/m sri thiyagarajar&a/m sri vadivambigai ammai &other deities aborded here to guard their devoties with Theirs Almighty of power. Big temple surrounded by enormous place to pray God.

The temple is around 2000 years old, built by Pallava kings and renovated later by the Chola kings.
One of the old temples in Chennai located in Thirivottiyur

A few minutes walk from thiruvottiyur theradi metro station, this very important temple is a blessing on the city. It has shiva in all different forms and of different locations (akasha lingam of chidambaram, annamalaiyar, tiruvanikkaval etc) and a sannidhi for vadivudaiyamman.

An ancient temple, built by Pallavas/ during pallava period.. all Over the temple you will find telugu and tamil scrips dated back to different centuries.. you will have a pleasant experience visiting the temple.. well connected by bus and metro lines.. om nama sivaaya..

This temple was constructed during pallava period and extended during rajendra chola l period! The shiv ling inside the temple is a swayambu lingam formed by sand.. Goddess vadivudai amman is very powerful here.. there are lingams for all 27 nakshatras in order.. adhipureeswarar, thyagarajar, thiruvotteeswarar, agasalingar are main deities of temple.. this was a workship place for pattinathar and it was also his birth place.. bhairavar has a seperate shrine inside d temple.. it is one of the most important shiva temples in chennai city after Mylapore kabalishwarar.. must visit and get the blessings of shiv and vadivudai amman 🙏🏻

Arulmigu Thiyagarajaswamy temple located at North chennai in Thiruvottriyor. Both Lord Shiva and Goddess Vadivudai amman are the main god worshipped in this temple. Temple surrounded by lots of shops and parking of vehicles are cost involved which is 20INR for cars and 5INR for bikes. At the left side of the temple all the 27 stars lingam is been mounted and at right side there is a Meditation hall followed by small pond full of big fishes and lots of goats, Hens can been seen all over the temple. Crowded during festival days and other spiritual occasions. Spiritually recommended.

The correct place to connect your souls is here.

Divine place it is. When you enter this temple you can see the Vadivudai temple. But, Don't go there first, You have a lot more gods to see before that. Of course, Lord Vinayaga and Muruga are always there to see first, and then you go and see Thiyagaraya Swamigal (Urchavar). Then you and see Arthapureeshwar (Mulavar) sumambu. Can't see on normal days, only three days in a year you are allowed to see. After this many lord shiva lingam with different names were available for worship. I recommend you meditate here because it is such a divine area to energize yourself with full of positive vibe.

Once you see all the lord Siva lingam, your path automatically findings to Vadivudai the main temple.

Vadivudai Amman (Gyana Sakthi) temple is such a beautiful God. When you see her face in three lamps on both the side right and left, You forget about yourself and devoted yourself to God. Such a divine face and attracting us more vibe during your darshan.

When you visit this temple, I recommend praying for increasing intelligence or knowledge for your son or daughter. Yes, she helps us to increase our knowledge in terms of your basic needs as well as identify you. She helps you find who are you. The Actual real term Gyana Sakthi ( ஞான சக்தி) is always helping humans to realize about you. Hence, I recommend you ask to help her to identify you or ask help her to find answers about who are you.

She helps you. She is our mother and she always helps us without any reason. she is always ready to help us though we did many mistakes.