Nagesvara Temple

Nagesvara Temple

Nageswaran temple otherwise known as “Koothandavar kovil”.Chola dynasty constructed this temple during 12 th century.This temple stands as a great marvel of Chola’s architechture,building technology.The design and orientation are structured in such a way that it allows the sun rays inside the temple only during the month of Chithirai.The Karuvarai of Nageswaran temple has similarity with that of Sarangapani temple,as it is made in the form of a chariot. The temple consists of two gopurams in the eastern and western directions.

Main Deity

Nageswarar Swamy