Name: Irumbai Shri Maha Kaleshwar Siva Temple
Address: Irumbai
Telephone: +91-413-2688943
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Rating: 4.7

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Irumbai Shri Maha Kaleshwar Siva Temple

Irumbai

Ancient 7th-century Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple nestled amidst a peaceful sacred grove near Auroville

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Open until 8:00 PM

Located in Irumbai village (just 2 km from the Auroville Visitor's Centre and 12 km from Puducherry), the Sri Maha Kaleshwarar Temple is one of the 274 sacred Paadal Petra Sthalams praised in the 7th-century Tevaram hymns by Saint Thirugnanasambandar. According to temple legend, the sage Kaduveli Siddhar performed intense penance here; when his anger caused a drought, the original Shiva Lingam burst into three pieces, which are now bound together with copper wire as the main deity. Rebuilt in stone during the Chola era (under King Parantaka I), this peaceful temple is surrounded by a dense Banyan and peacock grove, offering a serene spiritual retreat.

The Irumbai Shri Maha Kaleshwar Siva Temple, also known as the Irumbai Mahakaleswarar Temple, is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated in the village of Irumbai, approximately 10 kilometers from Pondicherry in Tamil Nadu, India. This temple is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams, revered in the early medieval Tevaram hymns by Tamil Saivite Nayanar Sambandar.

Historical Significance: The temple is believed to have been constructed over 1,200 years ago, with references in the hymns of Tamil poet-saints.

Architectural Design: The temple features a central sanctum housing the main deity, Lord Shiva in the form of Mahakaleswarar. The architecture reflects traditional Dravidian styles, with intricately carved pillars and sculptures depicting various deities and mythological scenes.

Festivals and Rituals: The temple celebrates several festivals, including Prathosam, Shivaratri, Karthigai, Brahmotsavam, and Thaipusam. During these occasions, the temple is adorned with vibrant Rangoli kolams and flower decorations.

Timings: The temple is open daily from 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Well known for Naturally cracked Swayambhu Lingam (Mahakaleshwar), Ancient Chola stone inscriptions, Sacred Punnagai tree (Sthala Vriksham), Temple tank (Muthu Theer

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+91-413-2688943

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2Q5Q+W5Q, Auroville, Irumbai, Tamil Nadu 605111

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