Introduction
Airavatesvara Temple is a Hindu temple of Dravidian architecture located in Kumbakonam, Thanjavur District in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
What is Swamimalai famous for?
Swamimalai is also believed to be one of the six holy abodes of Lord Murugan. It is known as the Padai Veedugal (Battle Camps) of Lord Murugan. There is also a shrine of Lord Shiva situated just a little below the temple on the hillock.
Who built Swamimalai temple?
Parantaka Chola I
Swamimalai holds a special place in the hearts of Murugan devotees. The temple is said to have been built in early 2nd century BC by Parantaka Chola I.
Which are the 6 Murugan temples?
The six abodes are Thiruparankundram, Tiruchendur, Palani, Swamimalai, Thiruthani, and Pazhamudircholai.
How many steps are there in Swami Malai?
60 steep
There is no hill as such but we have to climb 60 steep steps (each representing the Tamil year) to reach the sanctum. The names of the Tamil years are written on the wall for each step and it is said that sitting on the corresponding step of the birth year brings luck.
Which is the largest Murugan temple in the world?
Batu Caves Murugan Statue (Tamil: ¯°¯¯ ¿²¯; Bahasa Malaysia: Tugu Dewa Murugga), is the tallest statue of a Hindu deity in Malaysia and third tallest statue of a Hindu deity in the world, after Garuda Wisnu Kencana Statue in Indonesia and Kailashnath Mahadev Statue in Nepal.
Why is Murugan called Swaminathan?
Shiva asked Muruga to explain the meaning and Muruga extolled to Shiva the meaning of Om. Shiva behaved like a student to a teacher, listening with rapt attention from his son, giving Muruga the name Swaminatha Swami. The meaning of this name is The Teacher of Shiva.
How old is Swamimalai temple?
It is said that, Swamimalai Murugan Temple was in existence from 2nd century BC, built by the King Parantaka Chola I.
How old is swamimalai?
Swamimalai holds a special place in the hearts of Murugan devotees. The temple is said to have been built in early 2nd century BC by Parantaka Chola I.
Which is the oldest Murugan temple in the world?
Subramanya Temple, Mahabalipuram /
Subramanya Temple, Mahabalipuram / Mamallapuram The Oldest Lord Murugan temple in the World.
Conclusion
It is the Purnima or full moon of the month of Panguni (¿ 14 March – 13 April). This coincides with the Hindu calendar month of Phalguna / Chaitra.