Navagraha TemplesMoon (Chandra)
Sri Kailasanathar Temple [Chandran Temple]
அருள்மிகு கைலாசநாதர் திருக்கோயில்
📍 Thingalur🕉️ Kailasanathar🏛️ 1000 - 2000 years old
About Sri Kailasanathar Temple [Chandran Temple]
The best place for Anna Prasana in Tamil Nadu is Tingalore Kailasanathar Temple
Temple Timings
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Morning Darshan
6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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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
* Timings may vary during festivals and special occasions. Confirm locally.
History & Legend
Thirunavukkarasar, also known as Periyavar, is a great saint known worldwide. But, does anyone know about the Elder Thirunavukkarasar and the Younger Thirunavukkarasar? They must visit the Thirunageswaram Temple in Thiruvarur. They were known as the devotees of Lord Shiva who resided in Thiruvarur. His wife was Arulmozhi, and they had two children. You used to be a devotee of Murugan. If you have a child, you name them Murugan, Kandan, or Karthikeyan. However, even the devotees of Lord Shiva named their children after Thirunavukkarasar. The Elder is called 'Elder Thirunavukkarasar,' and the Younger is called 'Younger Thirunavukkarasar.' They preferred serving their devotees over themselves. Serving people was their devotion to God. The people who greatly appreciate service are called the Navukkaras. Following that tradition, they named their children after Thirunavukkarasar. The Elder was named 'Elder Thirunavukkarasar,' and the Younger was named 'Younger Thirunavukkarasar.' They considered serving their devotees more than themselves as their divine duty. "
+"This family, who greatly values service, resides within the premises of the Thirunageswaram Kailasanathar Temple. You cannot see the Elder and Younger Thirunavukkarasars anywhere else. In this, the Elder Thirunavukkarasar was bitten by a snake. It is recorded in history that Thirunavukkarasar protected the child.
Planetary Significance — Moon (Chandra)
Planet
Moon (Chandra)
சந்திரன்
Presiding Deity
Lord Chandra
Significance & Benefits
Mind, emotions, and mental peace. Worship here for emotional well-being and mother's blessings.
Location & Directions
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Temple Details
Main Deity
Kailasanathar
Sacred Tree (Sthala Virutcham)
bow tree
Sacred Water (Theertham)
Chandrapushkarini
Antiquity
1000 - 2000 years old
FAQ — Sri Kailasanathar Temple [Chandran Temple]
What are the timings of Sri Kailasanathar Temple [Chandran Temple]?+
Sri Kailasanathar Temple [Chandran Temple] is open for morning darshan from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and evening darshan from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The temple remains closed during 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Where is Sri Kailasanathar Temple [Chandran Temple] located?+
Sri Kailasanathar Temple [Chandran Temple] is located in Thingalur, Tamil Nadu, India.
Which deity is worshipped at Sri Kailasanathar Temple [Chandran Temple]?+
The main deity is Kailasanathar.