God
The main deity of this temple is Stambeswarar, who is an incarnation of Lord Shiva facing West direction.
Interesting Facts
- Lord Shiva was carved in the temple pillars as Natarajar and Vrishabhantika. This is the first temple in Tamilnadu having the image of Lord Natarajar.
Best Season To Visit
The best season to visit this temple is Winter season. The best months to visit are September to March.
Weather
Highest - April to June (38°C during day and 26°C during night)Average - May (37°C during the day and 21°C during night)Lowest - October to February (30°C during day and 18°C during night)Monsoon season - August to September
Dress Code
- For men the dress code is Shirt & Trouser, Dhoti or Pyjamas with upper cloth.
- For women the preferred dress code is saree or half-saree with blouse or chudidhar with pyjama and upper cloth.
- These rules are applicable for foreigners also. Shorts, mini-skirts, middies, sleeveless tops, low-waist jeans and short-length T-shirts are not allowed.
- Pilgrims/visitors will not be allowed inside the temple if dress code is not followed.
Do's & Dont's
- Do bathe and wear clean clothes before you enter the temple.
- Do respect ancient customs and co-piligrims while at temple.
- Smo​king is strictly prohibited inside the temple premises.
transport connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Chetpet Bus Stand |
17.3 KM | 1800-419-4287 |
 Tindivanam Railway Station |
36 KM | 139 |
 Chennai International Airport |
114 KM | 044-22560551 |
Architecture
Stambeshwara name was perhaps given due to a high boulder standing on the floor of dry tank near this temple. As per a legend, when the tank was full of water, only the tip of this free standing boulder was visible which is revered as Shiva lingam in the water, hence the name Stambeshwara. The temple was built in Mahendra style of architecture. The temple has a three-tiered Raja gopuram. There are about 27 inscriptions recorded from Pallava regime to the Pandya rule in this temple. There is a foundation inscription of Mahendravarman-I written in Sanskrit, engraved in Pallava Grantha script and this is engraved on the right pilaster of the front row. Another Inscription is engraved on the left pilaster of the front row. There is a large pillared hall and narrow pillared Ardha mandapam leading to the cave sanctum.
History
The temple was built in 7th century C.E. by Mahendravarman-I. This temple has been further extended by the Chola and the Vijaynagar kings who have built the gopurams and the mandapams.
Temple Timings
| Day | Timings | |
|---|---|---|
| All Days | 04:30 AM - 12:00 PM | 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM |
Tours
Airports
| Airport Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Shamshabad | 40 KM |
| Lorem Ipsum | 12 KM |
Railway Stations
| Railway Station Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Secunderabad | 10 KM |
| Nampally | 12 KM |
| Begumpet | 6 KM |
| Lingampally | 20 KM |
Bus Stations
| Bus Station Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| MGBS | 35 KM |
| CBS | 28 KM |
| kukatpally | 20 KM |
| Lingampally | 30 KM |
| Uppal | 35 KM |
Private Transports
| Transport Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Private Transport | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
| Private Transport1 | 8 KM | 9546858757 |
Local Transports
| Transport Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
| Local Transport | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
| Local Transport1 | 5 KM | 9546858757 |
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