Thiruninriyur Mahalakshmiswarar Temple

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Thiruninriyur, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 06:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 05:00 PM – 07:00 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

October to March is generally comfortable. Maha Shivaratri, Pradosham and Aippasi Pournami are particularly significant

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Thiruninriyur Mahalakshmiswarar Temple is an ancient Shiva temple where Lord Shiva is worshipped as Mahalakshmiswarar / Lakshmipureeswarar and Goddess as Loganayaki. The temple is one of the Tevaram Paadal Petra Sthalams and is traditionally associated with the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, Parashurama and Agastya.

🏛 Temple History

According to the traditional sthala history, a Chola king was travelling through the area at night with lamps. When he reached Thiruninriyur, the lamps went out. The king investigated the spot and discovered a Shiva Lingam beneath the ground. A temple was subsequently established at the site.

The temple is also associated with Parashurama, who is believed to have worshipped Lord Shiva here to obtain relief from Brahmahatya dosha. The temple has an eastern orientation and a prominent rajagopuram.

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Daily Poojas

Regular temple worship schedule

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No daily poojas available.

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Special Rituals

Sacred offerings and temple rituals

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No special rituals available currently.

🎉 Temple Festivals

No festivals available.

🔔 Darshan Timings & Rules

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Dress Code

Modest and traditional attire is recommended.

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Photography

Not allowed

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Prasad

Available

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Prasad Details

Vibhuti and temple prasadam are generally available according to the day's worship arrangements.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Visit in the morning for a peaceful darshan.
The temple is an important stop for devotees following the Tevaram / Paadal Petra Sthalam circuit.
Aippasi Pournami Annabhishekam is an important special observance at the temple.
Devotees can also visit the associated shrine of Parashurama within the temple complex.
Combine the visit with other ancient Shiva temples around Mayiladuthurai.