Tiruttani Subramanya Swami Temple | Tiruttani Temple For Thula/Libra Rasi Natives | Tula Rashi Temple

About

One of the Six Abodes of Lord Muruga is Tiruttani. Subramanya Swami is how the Lord called here. Interesting stories revolve around this place, and this is the temple ,Thula natives should visit this temple to get all their wishes fulfilled. Situated on a small hill near Tiruvallur, this temple  is  often flocked by devotees with kavadi. This is a structure that resembles a balance, which is also the sign for Thula or Libra natives. When one has long pending wishes to be fulfilled, worshipping the Lord here can clear them off all the obstacles and the wish is showered on them. After fulfillment of the  prayers, the devotees bring balance like structures filled with milk , sweets, flowers, coconuts or any item of their choice here as a token of gratitude.

History

Historically there are lots of stories connected to this place. When Lord Muruga wanted to marry SriValli, he sought the help of his elder brother Lord Ganesha. The elephant god took the form of the elephant and chased SriValli. Terrified she ran only to be rescued by  Lord Muruga. They got into love eventually and ended up as happy couple here. It is also said when Lord Muruga was denied the mango, he went to Palani Hills as an ascetic in anger. Later looking for peace, he reached Tiruttani, and hence the name. Ttani means anger getting subdued. Once the sage Narada took a mango to Kailash and offered to Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva gave it away to his sons, only to be stopped by Narada that the fruit should be consumed only by one and not to be shared. So, a competition was conducted to give it away as a prize. The competition was one has to go round the world and come back to Kailash. The winner would get the fruit. Lord Muruga flew off in his peacock, while his brother Lord Ganesha circumambulated his parents, calling them his world, and won the fruit. This irated Lord Muruga and hence the hills stand a mark.

Interesting Fact

There are also legendary stories that Lord Ram worshipped Lord Muruga here to get rid of Brahmahathi Dosha  which he acquired by killing Ravana. Also, Arjuna worshipped here when he moved towards South India for a penance.

Special Day

Krithika star falling in Tamil month of Aadi (between mid July to mid August) sees thousands of devotees flocking to this temple carrying the flower Kavadis or balance. Thula natives can visit this temple during their individual stars and offer lamps. It is also seen that on the December 31st devotees in huge numbers lighting camphor on all 365 steps of the temple and praying for a blissful new year. Though it is a new custom, devotees believe that the Lord will ensure them a peaceful and prosperous New Year.

How To Reach

The temple can be reached from Chennai Koyambedu bus stand. There are numerous buses from Tiruvallur.  Lort of Local and express train play between Chennai and Tiruttani. Tiruttani is also close Tirumala Tirupati, so you can pay the visit Tiruttani once you finish the Tirupati visit.

Opening & Closing Timings

The temple is open from 6 Am to 9 PM.