"Mahimaliswarar Temple, Erode," 1 h 9 min (41.2 km) via Erode - Karur Rd/Karur Bypass Rd.
1 h 29 min (58.1 km) via Erode-Dharapuram Rd/Erode Main Rd/Palani - Erode Rd and Kangayam - Kodumudi Rd(from ERODE)
The Mahimaliswarar Temple is located near the temple town of Erode. It is just 2 km from the central bus stand of the town.
The temple has a great historical value and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Maliwarar and is considered by the pilgrims as a very auspicious one.
The main shrine in the temple is of Lord Shiva, but there is also a shrine of Maa Shakti. She is referred to as Maragadambigai. There are also shrines of Lord Ganesha and Lord Brahma in the temple.
It is the divinity that is being considered as the biggest attraction of this place.The local people share a lot of myths about this temple.
Moreover, the local people do believe that their safety and security is in the hands of Lord Shiva, and they have the blessings of the almighty in order to win all types of obstacles.
Erode city is known since ancient days as a patron of Saivism.
It is situated between two odais-canals-it came to be known as Erodai and later changed as Erode.Attributing E to Easan, some say Erode is named after Shiva Easan.The other story has a very fascinating imagination.Lord Shiva has Ganga on his head which makes it wet-Eeram.Odu also means head as Thalai Odu.
As there is eeram by Gangas occupation on Head or Odu,the place is named Erode.Erode is mentioned as Marandhai,Mayalii,Arthakapalpuri in Tamil literatures.
This is one of the ancient temples in the Kongu region.
Lord Mahimaleeswara graces his devotees with Mother Mangalambikai in the temple facing west as Mahalingam.
There are two versions about the history of the temple.Those belonging to Lanka king Ravana dynasty were staunch Shiva devotees.Of them Mali, Sumali and Mahimali were returning to their home land from Himalayas after darshan of Lord Shiva.Sandhyavandanam(evening prayer) was a ritual which Shiva Bhaktas should not miss.While dusk was nearing, they performed the prayer on the banks of Cauvery running through dense Vilwa trees by installing a six feet tall Shivalinga and completed their ritual.This is the linga installed in the temple.
As the linga was worshipped by Mahimali,the lord is named mahimaleeswarar and the place Mahimaleeswaram.The other story is historical in nature.During the pallava rule in Tamilnadu,the regions between Pandya and chola parts were ruled small cheftians known as Irukkuvelir.It is said that one Mahimali ruled this Kongu region during the 10th century and built this temple,hence the place was named Mahimaleeswaram.Sundaramurthy Swamigal,one among the three Thevaran Nayanmars performed presence on Lord Mahimaleeswarar along with his wives Paravayar and Sangiliar.King Cheraman Peruman served during his stay here.The tower of the temple is 35ft tall standing majestically whose shades do not fall on sidesThe temple has 63 nayanmars and 16 lingas installed in this temple. Mahimaliswarar Temple is among the chief attractions of the city which was built in the 12th century.Constructed under the reigns of Narasimha Pallava King, the temple is dedicated to God Mahimaliswarar and Goddess Mangalambikai.The highlighting feature of this temple is Rajagopuram, the main entrance of temple.Chithirai Sadhaya Ther Thiruviza is the chief festival that is celebrated with great enthusiasm.Men and women gather before Lord Mahimaleeswarar seeking his blessings for a fair conclusion of marriage alliances,child boon and progress in education.The 35ft.Vimana(tower) of the temple has a majestic apearance,the shades of which do not fall on earth.63 Nayanmars(celebrated shiv devotees) and 16 shivalingas are added significance to the temple. Car festival is grandly celebrated in the temple of the Sadaya star day in the month of Chithirai(April-May) in praise of Saint Tirunavukkarasar,one of the Theveram authors followed by the wedding festival of Lord Mahimaleeswarar and Mother Mangalambikai in a splendid manner.
Timings-
Feb,March and Oct to December.The temple opens from 6.00AM to 11.00 PM and 4.00 Pm to 8PM. Entry fees-Famous for:Places of Worship.Entry:free.
1 h 29 min (58.1 km) via Erode-Dharapuram Rd/Erode Main Rd/Palani - Erode Rd and Kangayam - Kodumudi Rd(from ERODE)
The Mahimaliswarar Temple is located near the temple town of Erode. It is just 2 km from the central bus stand of the town.
The temple has a great historical value and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Maliwarar and is considered by the pilgrims as a very auspicious one.
The main shrine in the temple is of Lord Shiva, but there is also a shrine of Maa Shakti. She is referred to as Maragadambigai. There are also shrines of Lord Ganesha and Lord Brahma in the temple.
It is the divinity that is being considered as the biggest attraction of this place.The local people share a lot of myths about this temple.
Moreover, the local people do believe that their safety and security is in the hands of Lord Shiva, and they have the blessings of the almighty in order to win all types of obstacles.
Erode city is known since ancient days as a patron of Saivism.
It is situated between two odais-canals-it came to be known as Erodai and later changed as Erode.Attributing E to Easan, some say Erode is named after Shiva Easan.The other story has a very fascinating imagination.Lord Shiva has Ganga on his head which makes it wet-Eeram.Odu also means head as Thalai Odu.
As there is eeram by Gangas occupation on Head or Odu,the place is named Erode.Erode is mentioned as Marandhai,Mayalii,Arthakapalpuri in Tamil literatures.
This is one of the ancient temples in the Kongu region.
Lord Mahimaleeswara graces his devotees with Mother Mangalambikai in the temple facing west as Mahalingam.
There are two versions about the history of the temple.Those belonging to Lanka king Ravana dynasty were staunch Shiva devotees.Of them Mali, Sumali and Mahimali were returning to their home land from Himalayas after darshan of Lord Shiva.Sandhyavandanam(evening prayer) was a ritual which Shiva Bhaktas should not miss.While dusk was nearing, they performed the prayer on the banks of Cauvery running through dense Vilwa trees by installing a six feet tall Shivalinga and completed their ritual.This is the linga installed in the temple.
As the linga was worshipped by Mahimali,the lord is named mahimaleeswarar and the place Mahimaleeswaram.The other story is historical in nature.During the pallava rule in Tamilnadu,the regions between Pandya and chola parts were ruled small cheftians known as Irukkuvelir.It is said that one Mahimali ruled this Kongu region during the 10th century and built this temple,hence the place was named Mahimaleeswaram.Sundaramurthy Swamigal,one among the three Thevaran Nayanmars performed presence on Lord Mahimaleeswarar along with his wives Paravayar and Sangiliar.King Cheraman Peruman served during his stay here.The tower of the temple is 35ft tall standing majestically whose shades do not fall on sidesThe temple has 63 nayanmars and 16 lingas installed in this temple. Mahimaliswarar Temple is among the chief attractions of the city which was built in the 12th century.Constructed under the reigns of Narasimha Pallava King, the temple is dedicated to God Mahimaliswarar and Goddess Mangalambikai.The highlighting feature of this temple is Rajagopuram, the main entrance of temple.Chithirai Sadhaya Ther Thiruviza is the chief festival that is celebrated with great enthusiasm.Men and women gather before Lord Mahimaleeswarar seeking his blessings for a fair conclusion of marriage alliances,child boon and progress in education.The 35ft.Vimana(tower) of the temple has a majestic apearance,the shades of which do not fall on earth.63 Nayanmars(celebrated shiv devotees) and 16 shivalingas are added significance to the temple. Car festival is grandly celebrated in the temple of the Sadaya star day in the month of Chithirai(April-May) in praise of Saint Tirunavukkarasar,one of the Theveram authors followed by the wedding festival of Lord Mahimaleeswarar and Mother Mangalambikai in a splendid manner.
Timings-
Feb,March and Oct to December.The temple opens from 6.00AM to 11.00 PM and 4.00 Pm to 8PM. Entry fees-Famous for:Places of Worship.Entry:free.
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