Shiva Temples
Mahalinga Swamy Temple
அருள்மிகு மகாலிங்கம் சுவாமி திருக்கோயில்
📍 Madhyarchunam, Thiruvidaimarudur🕉️ Mahalingam🙏 Perumulaiyal🏛️ 1000 - 2000 years old
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Live Darshan & Timing Status
● Estimated Timings (Please Verify Locally)
Standard darshan hours shown. Timings can vary during festivals and pradakshinam.
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Morning Session
6:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Estimated)
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Afternoon Break
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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Evening Session
4:00 PM to 8:30 PM (Estimated)
✓Last verified: 2026-10-06•Source: Local Heritage Documentation
* Timings may vary on festival days and eclipse timings.
About Mahalinga Swamy Temple
Lord of this place graces as Swayambu Murthy.
Temple Timings
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Morning Darshan
6:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Estimated)
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Afternoon Break
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Temple closed
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Evening Darshan
4:00 PM to 8:30 PM (Estimated)
* Timings may vary during festivals and special occasions. Confirm locally.
History & Legend
Agathiyar came to Idaimaruthoor along with his disciples. He remembered Goddess Uma and meditated. Uma appeared before him. Agathiyar, in the presence of Uma, requested the vision of God. Agathiyar, considering Uma's request, meditated on God in the form of a deer. God, moved by Uma's devotion, appeared before both Uma and Agathiyar and granted them a vision.God guided them to the Jyotirlinga. He told Uma that it's a tradition for Brahma and others to be guided by God Himself. He assured Uma that she is guiding herself. Uma, overwhelmed, took the holy ashes and surrendered to God."+
"Explaining the reason for self-offering, Agathiyar revealed that the sages forgot to worship them. Hence, he is offering worship. The sages, realizing their mistake, started worshiping the lord according to Kamika Agama and received great blessings. This incident is mentioned in Tamil history.
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Temple Details
Main Deity
Mahalingam
Goddess
Perumulaiyal
Sacred Tree (Sthala Virutcham)
Marudaram
Sacred Water (Theertham)
Karunyamirtham
Antiquity
1000 - 2000 years old
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FAQ — Mahalinga Swamy Temple
What are the timings of Mahalinga Swamy Temple?+
Mahalinga Swamy Temple is open for morning darshan from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Estimated) and evening darshan from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM (Estimated). The temple remains closed during 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Where is Mahalinga Swamy Temple located and how to reach?+
Mahalinga Swamy Temple is located in Madhyarchunam, Thiruvidaimarudur, Tamil Nadu, India. It is easily accessible via local auto-rickshaws, buses, and taxis from Kumbakonam railway station.
Which deity is worshipped at Mahalinga Swamy Temple?+
The main deity is Mahalingam. The goddess is Perumulaiyal.
Can devotees book pooja in advance at Mahalinga Swamy Temple?+
Pooja booking is handled directly at the temple counters. This guide provides information only.