Sri Desikanathar Temple | Sivaganga Desikanathar Temple Nagara Surakudi | Sivagangai Sivan Temple

 

Nagara Surakudi Sri Desikanathar Temple | Lord Shiva Temple In Sivaganga 

History and Specialties

• Sri Desikanathar temple located in Nagara Surakudi/Soorakudi, Sivaganga having its moolavar as Desikanathar is a very ancient and prominent temple.

• Traditionally and historically Lord Bhairava signifies himself with a trident in his hands. Whereas, here Lord Ananda Bhairava graces himself with a club

• The Amman / Thayar of Sri Desikanathar Temple is Avudainayaki and Thala Virutcham is Mango.

• The Theertham used in Sri Desikanathar Temple is named as Bhairava theertham and the Agamam / Pooja performed to the deity is Shivagama.

• Sri Desikanathar Temple is 500 years old and is situated at Nagara Surakudi in Sivaganga district. The historical name of the place is Desikanathapuram.

Arulmigu Desikanathar Image

Festivals Celebrated in this Temple

• Covering the Karthikai months November – December the temple celebrates Champaka Sashti.

• Sri Desikanathar temple celebrates Lord Bhairavar Janmashtami in the new moon fortnight of Margazhi which lies in the months of December – January.

• During the months of June – July Aani Uthira Vizha is celebrated in Sri Desikanathar Temple.

• 63 Nayanmar Guru Puja and Margazhi Thiruvathirai during December – January are the festivals celebrated in Sri Desikanathar temple.

Prayers and Thanks Giving by the Devotees

Devotees come and pray for the wellbeing of the family and for the peace and prosperity of the family. People also pray for the development of their career and business.

Devotees by keeping and realizing their wishes and ambitions in mind, devotees offer vastras and perform special pujas to Lord Bhairava and to the presiding deity.

Temple Address

Address: Sri Desikanathaswami Temple, Nagara Surakudi, Sivaganga district.

How to Reach Sri Desikanathar Temple

Sri Desikanathar temple is at Nara Sura Kudi which is 8 km far way from Karaikudi. When it comes to bus facilities it is very infrequent. The devotees and visitors are expected to hire cabs or autos. Another pro is that the temple is located near the bus stop which becomes a landmark.

• The nearest Railway station is Karaikudi station.

• The nearest Airport is Madurai airport.

People and devotees who would like to stay can choose Karaikudi for accommodation.

Timings of the Temple

The temple generally opens at 06.00 AM in the morning and closes at 12.00 Noon. And reopens at 04.00 PM and completely closes by 07.30 PM.

• 06:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• 04:00 PM – 07:30 PM

Contact Number

+91 – 4565 – 281 575