God
The main deity of this temple is Ezhuthari Nathar, who is an incarnation of Lord Shiva faces East direction and He is swayambhu.
Goddess
Goddess Nithya Kalyani and Sugantha Kundalambal are consorts of Ezhuthari Nathar. Mother Nithya Kalyani blesses the devotees ever in her wedding posture. Mother Sugantha Kundalambal graces the devotees in penance posture.
Interesting Facts
- The rays of Sun fall on the Lord on of Tamil Panguni month corresponding to March-April.
- This is the 99th Devaram Paadal Petra Shiva Sthalam and 45th Sthalam on North side of river Cauvery in Tamilnadu.
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 25°C during night)Average - May (36°C during the day and 20°C during night)Lowest - December to February (28°C during day and 19°C during night)Monsoon season – July 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.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the temple premises.
transport connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Kumbakonam Bus Stand |
7.7 KM | 1800-419-4287 |
 Kumbakonam Railway Station |
9.1 KM | 139 |
 Tiruchirappalli International Airport |
88 KM | 07373774163 |
Architecture
The temple faces East direction and built in Dravidian style of architecture. It has 5-tier Raja gopuram and there is no flag post (Dwaja sthambam) here. It has 2 Prakarams and a Gajaprashta Vimanam with 5 Kalasams over the sanctum sanctorum. Stucco images on the Vimanam illustrate the Sthala purana. The temple wall has engravings from the Chola and Vijayanagar periods. Inscriptions from the Chola and Vijayanagar periods are found in Thiruinnambar temple. A Chola inscription calls this place as “Vadakarai Innambar Naattu Innambar”. There are two stone inscriptions in this temple which date back to the periods of Chola King Rajakesari Varman and Vijayanagara King Veera Kampanna Udayar. Ezhutharinathar (Lord Shiva) in the form of lingam made by granite. There is a koneru named as Iravadha theertham.
Religious Significance
The king ruling this place asked his accountant to submit the temple accounts to him. The books were not up to date. He was reluctant to go before the king. Next day, the king called the accountant and paid rich tributes saying that of the temple accounts maintained so far, his was perfect and correct. The accountant came to know that it was Lord’s grace that he went and submitted the books. As Lord wrote His own temple accounts, He is praised as Ezhuthari Nathar.
History
The temple was built 7th century C.E. by Cholas. Sun worshipped Lord Shiva in this holy land. Airavatha, Lord Indra’s white Elephant is believed to have worshiped Lord Shiva here at Thiruinnambar. Sage Agastya is said to have worshiped and received guidance here at Thiruinnambar.
Temple Timings
| Day | Timings | |
|---|---|---|
| All Days | 05:00 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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