Tamil RasiPanchangam · Calendar · Astrology
ChandrashtamamRishabam · for 2 d 7 h 49 m
7:22:40 PMThursday, 12 November

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Alangudi

Apathsahayeswarar · Alangudi

Navagraha Temples: Jupiter

Alangudi, Alangudi
Photo: Aalangudi Temple, Rasnaboy, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Resized.

Significance

The temple for Guru (Jupiter). Here Guru is worshipped in the form of Dakshinamurthy.

Devotees believe the name Alangudi comes from Shiva, who swallowed the Alakala poison and saved the world.

Special features

  • Worship on Thursday is special
  • Big crowds on the day of Guru Peyarchi (Jupiter transit)

Special festivals of the temple

  • Guru Peyarchi

Darshan times, fees and festival dates can change. Before you go, check with the temple office or the temple's official website. The temple stories are given as devotees believe them, and they can differ from one temple to another.