Kovur Temple

Kovur Sri Sundhareswarar Temple 

Kovur, a small town situated about 22 km from Chennai, has a massive Lord Shiva temple built by Kulothunga Chozha, dating back to 7th century. The presiding deities of this temple are Sri Sundhareswara (also called Thirumaeneeswarar) and Goddess Sri Soundharaambigai (also called Thiruvudai Naayagi).

Kovur - Sri Sundhareswarar Temple
Temple Name	Sundhareswarar Temple
Main Deity	Lord Shiva
Shiva Name	Sri Sundhareswarar, Thirumaeneeswarar
Amman Name	Sri Soundharaambigai, Thiruvudai Naayagi
Location	Mambakkam , Vandalur -  Kelambakkam  Road
Significance	Ancient Shiva Temple with 7 tiered Rajagopuram, one among the Navagraha temples of Chennai
Built by	Kulothunga Chozha in 7th century
Travel Base	Chennai
Near By	Porur (Porur to Kunrathur Road)

It is one of the Navagraha Sthalams of Chennai ( Mercury )

How to reach : From Porur frequent buses are available . ( on the way to Porur - Kundrathur )

Thirumeyneeswarar Shiva temple

Kovur  (Near Porur), Chennai,  Tamil Nadu 600122

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