Thiruparappu Mahadevar Temple

TamilNadu, Kanyakumari, Chennai

On the banks of Koothayar river, near the stunning Thirparappu waterfalls, blessed with abundant scenic beauty is the third temple of the Sivalaya Ottam, the Thirparappu Mahadevar temple. The temple has been built around 9th century though some carvings suggest it existed even before that. It is believed that Adi Shankaracharya used to visit and stay at this temple. King Sree Visakham Thirunal also used to visit this temple to offer his prayers.

Legend

The wrath of Lord Shiva at the death of his wife Sati, manifested in his fierce form of Veerabadhra. It is the form of Lord which is worshipped in the temple of Thiruparappu.

This temple is part of the famous Shivalaya Ottam.

Architecture

The temple the banks of Kothayar river is fortified with high stone walls. This temple for Lord Siva faces the west. There are many old inscriptions in this temple including the one of the Pandiya King dated ninth century. The Vimana(roof) of the shrine is adorned with sculptures. There are statues of Lord Krshna and Lord Murugan

Darsan Info

Thiruparappu Mahadevar Temple timings :5.00 AM to 11.00 AM and 5.00 PM to 8.00 PM. The temple is a part of the famed Shivalaya ottam conducted during Shivratri. It is the third temple in the run sequence.

Darsan Dresscode

Devotees are advised to wear clean and traditional clothing. Western attire are not allowed in the temples of Tamil Nadu

Famous Festival

March - Sivrathri, Sivalaya ottam(Feb/Mar)

December - Thiruvathira

Culture

Kanyakumari district is the southernmost tip of the Indian peninsula. This area of Kanyakumari district, with its location ear the Kerala border is a major trade centre. Thriparappu water falls is a famous tourist destination