Perur Temple

 Introduction 

Perur Temple, also known as Perur Patteeswarar Temple. It is one of the ancient and spiritually strong temple which is located in the southern part of India. It is situated in Perur, Coimbatore. Lord Shiva is the main god who is worshipped as Patteeswarar in that temple along with Panchainayagi (Parvati). According to some sources it was built by the ruler of the Chola dynasty more than 1500 years ago. It is also known as the spiritual heart of western tamil nadu. It is also famous for its architecture, culture, tradition and rituals. It is one of the most visited place in Tamil Nadu.

★ History of the temple

According to some sources the temple was built by Karikala Chola in the 2nd century AD. who was a powerful Chola king. According to the tradition, the main lingam(Shiva Symbol) is swayambu, according to local people it was formed naturally. Over the time of period many dynasties have helped in the growth of the temple like the Chola dynasty, Pandya dynasty, and Vijayanagar Dynasty. The one of the most important architect Kanaka Sabha was built in the Nayak period. Even the Ruler of Mysore, Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali state their respect for the temple.

★ Mythology and Legends About the Temple 

The divine cow, kamdhenu used to offer milk to Shivam lingam (the symbol of lord Shiva), which was hidden under an anthill. One day Patti (the calf of divine cow, kamdhenu) was playing and by mistake he strucked the anthill with his horn and the lingam was injured. The blood start coming outside from the anthill. People noticed it and started digging there, they find out that the lingam was Swayambhu (Self-manifested). Lord Shiva war impressed by the act and innocence of the Patti and appeared their and blessed kamdhenu and Patti with moksh (salvation). 

According to some legends, Lord Shiva performed his Ananda Tandav (Cosmic Dance). He performed his dance in front of supreme gods like Vishnu, Brahma, Goddess Kali and his devotee Nandi. Lord Shiva shows his Divine power and Cosmic role in this dance.

There are two mythological important tree in the temple's area : Irava Panai (Palm tree) and Pirava Puli (Tamarind tree). The Pirava Puli is called birthless tamarind because some legends says that it will not grow if the seed is germinated anywhere else. The Irava Panai (Palm tree) is called deathless tree which is said that it will never fall.

★ Festivals related to the temple

Panguni Uthiram is the temple’s major annual festival. It is celebrated in the Tamil month of Panguni (in March–April). 

During this festival, a temple devotees is paraded through the local area, drawing thousands of devotees.

As it is the temple of lord Shiva so that Mahashivratri is celebrated here with joy and at a large scale with the whole night worship and Rudra Abhishek ( Special bath of lord Shiva with milk).

★ Travel Guidence 

The temple is located at bank of Noyyal River in Perur, Coimbatore. It is about 8 kilometres away from the centre of the coimbatore city. The temple starts from 6:00 am to 1:00 pm and again 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm. There is no fee for the entrance in the temple but you can donate in the name of God if you want. Sone rituals and Poojas may cost the extra charges. Before entering in the temple don't forget to remove your footwears. The best time to visit is early problem because there will no crowads and cool temperature.

FAQs

1. Who is worshipped in Perur Temple?

Ans - • The main god who is worshipped in the temple is Lord Shiva who is known as Patteeswarar in this temple 

• Alongside Pravati, is also worshipped as Pachainayagi.

2. Why is this temple special?

Ans - • Because people believed that it is a Mukti Sthala where they can achieve spiritual freedom and liberation.

• According to some legends, the kamdhenu, the divine cow and her calf, Patti discovered the Shiva Lingam.

3. What are the main legends connected to the temple?

Ans - The main legends connected to the temple are :

• Kamdhenu, the divine cow and his calf, Patti.

• The two mythological tree : Pirava Puli (Birthless Tamarind) and Irava Panai (Deathless Palm).