Description
Piranmalai Kodunkundranathar Shiva Parvathy Temple is a magnificent temple situated in the city of piranmalai. This lies in the sivagangai district of Tamil Nadu and forms part of the religious tourist spots in the state. The place is very well connected with good road networks and buses ply from all the important cities in the state. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and witnesses thousands of devotees and tourists, throughout the year.
History
There is a beautiful legend behind this temple. When Lord Shiva decided to get married to Goddess Parvathy, Devi, devtas, rishi, muni's all gathered to witness the divine marriage ceremony. Because of the huge crowd that had gathered, north part of the earth went down while the south part came up. The imbalance started creating problem for the dwellers on earth. Hence, Lord Shiva requested Muni Agasthya to go to the southern part which was the Piranmalai, so that equilibrium can be brought on the earth. Agasthya agreed for the same however he was really very sad at the fact that he was the alone one that would be unable to see the wedding. Hence, lord Shiva granted him a wish that on his way he could ask for the darshan of Lord Shiva anytime and he would appear to bestow his blessings. Piranmalai was one such location where Muni Agasthya sought the darshan of the all-powerful Lord Shiva. Later on the temple was built on the same spot.
Importance/Significance
The temple is considered to be very sacred especially for couples. They are blessed with happy and prosperous married life. The temple is also considered sacred for performing Venus Dosham pujas by offering white cloth's to relieve them of their troubles. Goddess Ambica is the ruler of Venus and her shrine is also placed inside the temple.
Facts/Mythology
One of the unique features about the temple is that the idol of Lord Shiva is considered to be Swayambhu or a self-manifested form. Hence, this increases the importance of the temple manifold. Further, this is the only temple where the Sun's rays falls directly on the Lord's idol in the months from October to March. This speaks of the brilliant architecture knack of the builders of those times. Further, Lord Nandi is not present in this temple since as per the legends he was playing and having a time of rest during the occasion of the Lord Shiva's marriage. Being on top of a hill, this is built on three tiers which represent earth, Mountains and padalalok.
Festivals/Events/Gatherings
Mahashivratri is the biggest festival which is celebrated in this temple on a grand scale. Other noteworthy festivals are Brahmotsav which is usually observed in the months of April-May, Tirukartikai which comes in the winter months of November-December and Vaikasi Visakam which is generally held in the month of May. Each of the festival is unique in its own special way and hence attracts lots of people. The place is also considered very sacred for organizing events such as marriages.
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