Description
The Temple is located in Vilankulam, in the district of Tanjore. The Moolavar or the main deity in the temple is Akshayapureeswarar and the Goddess is Abhivruddhi Nayaki.
Importance/Significance
This place is the dwelling place of Sani Bhagawan who is in charge of all planetary effects, as he is eighth in order; the devotees to this temple are advised to perform abhisheka with eight materials such as oil, panchamirtham, tender coconut, punugu and so on. They are also asked to circumambulate the Saneeswara’s shrine for eight times to get rid of the adverse planetary effects, health problems, handicaps and obstacles in marriage.
Festivals/Events/Gatherings