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4. Sri Kailasanathar Temple, Mullangudi Village,
Near Lower Anaicut (20 KM from Kumbakonam)
Thanjavur District. Tamil Nadu, INDIA

KUMBABHISHEKAM was performed on 09-02-2007.
(Previous Kumbabhishekam was celebrated nearly 160 years ago)

This Temple was in a very dilapidated conditon, due to natural calamities and growth of heavy bushes, roots etc.
The Roof, Vimanam, Madhil Wall and all Structures renovated adopting latest Technics at a cost of Rs.5 Lakhs.

Temple Renovation Pictures & Sthalapuranam Below:
1. Temple View & Corridor
(Pictures: 1, 2, 3 & 4)
1. Before Renovation


Huge Bushes on the Temple Structure,
Due to Nature's Fury & Lack of Maintenance.

3. During Renovation


Due to application of 'Tree Killer',
Bushes & Roots withered & Temple Renovated.
2. After Renovation


Roof Bushes Cut Off. 'Tree Killer' injected
into Penetrated Roots inside Roof & Walls.

4. After Renovation


Renovated Entrance with Ancient Sculptures
(with least damage to Temple Structures).

Sthalapuranam

Of the four Saivite Saints of Literary Fame, Saint Thirunavukkarasu, otherwise endearingly called 'Appar', was the only Saint to have undertaken a Pilgrimage on foot to Kailash, the Snow-Clad Mountain abode of Lord Shiva, that too at his ripe age. The All Merciful Lord unable to tolerate his untold sufferings, stopped him midway and bade him return to Thiruviyaru, assuring him to give His darshan.

With his mind solely fixed on the prospective vision of the Lord, the saint looked upon all the Deities on the way, as the reflection of Lord Kailashanathar.

The Millennium old Deity at Mullangudi Madagusalai Temple not only reminded the Saint of the Lord of Kailash, but also enraptured him to such an extent that his longing bust into a song in praise of this deity.

The Mullangudi Shrine has the Unique and Special Privilege of being associated with and adored by Saint Thirunavukkarasu. The very remembrance of Lord Kailasanathar & Ambal Sri Kamakshi Amman, bless one with Prosperity, Bliss, both here and hereafter, and what to talk of a visit to, a Worship of, and a Service to This Lord.

2. Swami Main Vimaanam
(Pictures: 5 & 6)
5. Before Renovation


Huge Cracks due to growth of Bushes / Roots
on this Many Centuries Old Vimaanam
6. After Renovation


Bushes / Roots Cleared. Latest Technology
was adopted to renovate Vimaanam & Roof.

3. Sri Ambal Vimaanam
(Pictures: 7,8,9 to 10)

7. Before Renovation


Bushes & Roots from the Vimaanam,
penetrated into Temple Structures.

9. During Renovation


Bushes & Roots Removed from the Vimaanam.
Renovation Work is being carried Out.
8. After Renovation


'Tree Killer' from Agri.Farm, injected.
Bushes & Roots on the roof cleared.

10. After Renovation


With the guidance of Building Experts,
Vimaanam & Roof Cracks Fixed & Renovated.
4. Sri Ambal Western Praakar
(Pictures: 11,12,13 & 14)
11. Before Renovation


Huge Bushes / Roots penetrated into the
Roof & Walls (upto ground) & Ruined The Temple.

13. During Renovation
Ruined Temple Walls/Roof Structures
being restored to its Original Shape.
12. After Renovation


Trees / Roots were removed with the help of
Agriculture Experts (With Minimum Damage.)

14. After Renovation


Modern Construction Technics Adopted
to Renovate Temple Walls & Roof Structure.
5. Temple Entramce / Front Mantapam
(Pictures: 15 to 18)
15. Before Renovation


Close View of a Big Tree with Strong Roots,
penetrated Into Temple Entrance Wall.

17. DURING RENOVATION


'Tree Killer' Injected. Huge Vegetation / Roots Cleared. Temple Strucutre being Renovated.
16. During Renovation


Full View of Temple Entrance Heavily Cracked
by the Bushes & Roots, (Close View Pic.: 15).

18. After Renovation


Temple Entrance / Portico / Pillars
regained Original Strength and Appearance.
6. Southern Side Of Ruined Temple
(Pictures: 19 to 22)
19. Before Renovation


Huge Trunk of a Tree was Cut Off on the Wall.
Remaning Roots (Inside) Drilled & Acid Injected
21. During Renovation
Heavy Cracks / Damages of the Structure
were Fixed and Concretised on New Technics.
20. During Renovation

After Injecting 'Tree Killer', Huge Bushes &
Roots inside the walls, Withered / Cleared.

22. AFTER RENOVATION


Entire (once dilapidated) Temple Structure
Renovated / Regained Ancient Beauty.
7. Other Renovated Praakars.
(Pictures: 23 & 24)
8. Temple Appearance
(Pictures: 25 & 26)
25. Before Renovation


Huge Bushes on the Temple Structure,
due to Nature's Fury & Lack of Maintenance.
26. On Completion of Renovation


Bushes / Roots Fully Removed. Entire Temple
Was Renovated with the Guidance of Experts.

Kindly CLICK The Following Temple-Link To View The Renovation Pictures of
other Ancient Temples

  • (BEFORE & AFTER Renovation)
    and
  • Sthala Puranam.
    • TEMPLE-LINK:

    1. Sri Sundareswarar Temple,
    Neikuppai Village, near Kumbakonam.

    KUMBABHISHEKAM WAS PERFORMED
    ON 02-07-2006.

    Built / Consecrated by Chola Kings 900 years ago. The Sun rays fall on
    Sri Sivalingam of this Temple
    3 DAYS every year (even now).


    2. Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple,
    Thirumangaicheri Village, near Kumbakonam.

    KUMBABHISHEKAM WAS PERFORMED
    ON 04-05-2007.

    Built and Consecrated 1300 years ago.
    Saint Thirumangai Azhwar visited this Temple, which was once a famous
    Raghu Dosha Parihaara Sthalam.


    3. Sri Chokanathar Temple,
    Thirumangaicheri Village, near Kumbakonam.

    KUMBABHISHEKAM WAS PERFORMED
    ON 10-02-2006.
    .
    Built Centuries ago by Pandiya King.
    Saint Thirunavukkarasar visited the Temple,
    which has rich treasure of Rare Icons,
    particularly of the Lord of Dance, Nataraja.

    5. Sri Dhandayuthapani Temple,
    Thirumangaicheri Village, near Kumbakonam

    Kumbabhishekam was celebrated on 20-01-2002.

    This Temple was built and consecrated
    400 years ago by a Saint of this Village.
    The Presiding Deity is nowadays called
    "VARAM ARULUM MURUGAN".
    Contributions are solicited through Cheques / DD
    (in any currency)
    in favour of any one of the following Names:

    "R. CHOKALINGAM"
    mailing address:
    Sri Sundareswarar Narpani Manram,
    NEIKUPPAI VILLAGE,
    PANDANALLUR POST - 609807
    THANJAVUR DISTRICT,
    TAMIL NADU, INDIA.


    "S.CHANDRAMOULI"
    mailing address:
    B-14/1, 22nd CROSS STREET,
    BESANT NAGAR, CHENNAI-600090, INDIA.
    Ph.: 44-24466744
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