Kalyanasundaresar Temple

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Arulmigu Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple is also known as Panchavarneswarar Temple, located in Nallur near Tirupattur in Tamil Nadu, is a serene and spiritually significant temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, worshipped here as Kalyana Sundareswarar, the "Handsome Bridegroom." The temple is revered for its tranquil setting, unique legends, and divine aura that draws devotees seeking blessings for marriage and harmony in relationships. The main sanctum houses a striking Shiva Lingam, and the temple also enshrines Goddess Parvati as Kalyana Sundari. According to legend,says that to balance the Earth's weight during Shiva and Parvati’s divine wedding, Lord Shiva sent Sage Agastya south. At Nallur, Agastya witnessed the celestial union and installed a lingam behind the main one to offer his worship, marking the temple's sacred significance. This divine union is commemorated every year with a grand Kalyana Utsavam (celestial wedding festival), attracting thousands of pilgrims and newlyweds. The temple features classic Dravidian architecture with a simple but elegant gopuram, intricate sculptures, and a peaceful pond nearby. Devotees believe that worshipping at this temple helps remove obstacles to marriage, resolve marital disputes, and ensure happy unions. The divine vibrations, especially during special pujas and festivals, are said to bring peace and blessings. A hidden gem in Tamil Nadu's spiritual landscape, this temple is perfect for those seeking both divine grace and inner calm.The temple is particularly famed for a Swayambhu (self-manifested) Shiva Lingam within the main sanctum, which is said to change colors five times a day: copper-red in the early morning, golden in the forenoon, emerald green at noon, blue in the evening, and black at night, a phenomenon with no scientific explanation.