Pataleeswarar Temple, Cuddalore
| Padaleeswarar Temple |
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| Name |
| Proper name: |
Padaleeswarar Temple |
| Location |
| Country: |
India |
| State: |
Tamil Nadu |
| Location: |
cuddalore |
| Architecture and culture |
| Primary deity: |
Padaleeswarar (Shiva) and Periya Nayagi (Parvati) |
| Architectural styles: |
South Indian Architecture |
| History |
Date built:
(Current structure) |
2000 years ago (Approx) |
Pataleeswarar Temple is a Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva in the town of Cuddalore. It was constructed during the Pallava and Medieval Chola periods. The Saivite saint Appar is believed to have adopted Saivism at this temple.
Location
The temple is located in Cuddalore, aka Thirupathiripuliyur. The temple is 0.5 K.M from Thirupathiripuliyur Railway Station.
Gallery
References
- Tourist Guide to Tamil Nadu. Sura Books. pp. 52. ISBN 81-7478-177-3, ISBN 978-81-7478-177-2.
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