Thiruvaleeswarar Shiva Temple – A 1000-year Lord Shiva Temple in Nerumbur, Chengalpattu / Temple Where Lord Shiva was worshipped by Lord Chandran & Lord Suryan – Visit, Temple Timings, History, Contact Number, Travel Guide

Thiruvaleeswarar Shiva Temple – A 1000-year Lord Shiva Temple in Nerumbur, Chengalpattu / Temple Where Lord Shiva was worshipped by Lord Chandran & Lord Suryan – Visit, Temple Timings, History, Contact Number, Travel Guide (Updated)

– shiva temple representing the grand chola and vijayanagara architecture

 

Thiruvaleeswarar Temple located in Nerumbur Village, 15 KM from Kalpakkam and 28 KM from Chengalpattu, is dedicated to Lord Shiva, is situated. The primary deity is Lord Thiruvaleeshwarar, accompanied by the Goddess Thirupurasundari. The Thiruvaleeswarar Siva Temple features a three-tier Rajagopuram, though it is leaning. Currently, the temple is in a dilapidated condition, yet Lord Shiva is worshipped within. Vegetation and trees have grown over the sanctum, adding to the temple’s ancient ambiance.

Constructed with a sanctum sanctorum, this temple houses idols of Goddess Durgai, Lord Vinayagar, and Lord Bhairavar. Currently, there is no Vimana over the temple’s sanctum.

History of Thiruvaleeswarar Temple, Nerumbur, Chengalpatt

Legend has it that Lord Chandran and Lord Suryan once worshipped Lord Shiva at this site. Initially built during the Chola era, the temple underwent significant renovations by the Vijayanagara Kings. Various inscriptions found within the temple premises date back to the reigns of Rajaraja Chola I, Sambuvarayars, and Vijayanagara Kings. These inscriptions detail the grants and gifts bestowed upon the temple.

 

    

Travel Tips for Thiruvaleeswarar Temple, Nerumbur, Chengalpattu

Address of Thiruvaleeswarar Temple, Nerumbur, Chengalpattu:
Thiruvaleeswarar Shiva Temple, Nerumbur Village, Periyakattupakkam, Tamil Nadu – 603102.
Phone: +91 88700 30252 / 96773 24135

Temple Timings of Thiruvaleeswarar Temple: 6.00 AM to 7:00 AM – 5.00 PM to 6.30 PM

How to reach Thiruvaleeswarar Temple, Nerumbur, Chengalpattu

On Road: Nerumbur is 15 KM from Kalpakkam, 28 KM from Chengalpattu, and 80 KM from Chennai. There are local buses are available between Chengalpet and Nerumbur.

By Train: Nearest Railway Station is Chengalpattu Railway Station.

On Flight: Nearest Airport is Chennai Airport.

 

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