Maruthamalai Murugan Kovil

Marudamalai is one of the most popular abodes of Lord Muruga and in importance it is next only to the Arupadaiveedu ("The six Fort-Houses of Muruga"), for Muhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifruga devotees. Some people consider Marudhamalai to be the unofficial seventh Padaiveedu of Muruga, along with a few other contenders for the spot, including Kunrakudy, Sikkal and Vayalur. more about visit MARUTHAMALAI MURUGAN THIRU SDALANKAL

Kottai Kovil

Arulmigu Mallikarjuna Swamy Thirukovil, (Kottai Kovil)

Hanging Pillar
It has a gravity-defying Hanging Pillar!!! Located in Ardha Mandapam, just next to the Garbha Graha (Sanctum Sanctorum), there are these 4 pillars and one of it is hanging. Quite literally hanging. It has a 2 cm space between the base and the pillar.
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Koniamman Temple

History of the Temple

The temple situated in the heart of the city, is built by a leader of a small cult Known as ‘IRULAS’ Six hundred years ago. The small village was also named as ‘COVANPUTHUR’ after the leader of this group. Whose name was ‘COVAN’ According to the ‘Cholan Poorva Pattayam’ in the Madras oriental Manuscript library. This Covanputhur later on changed as coimbatore. This ancient temple was situated in the north of coimbatore near sanganur stream.
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Dhyanalinga Yogic Temple

Isha Dhyanalingam

The Dhyanalinga is a Yogic temple located 30 km (19 mile) from Coimbatore, India. The temple was consecrated by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, a yogi and mystic. The temple is consecrated using prana prathista and is dedicated for meditation. Silence is maintained inside the temple.



Architecture

The architectural style is different from a conventional Hindu temple. A large ellipsoidal dome covers the sanctum sanctorum instead of a conventional Gopuram. The dome was constructed using only bricks and stabilized mud mortar without any cement, steel or concrete.

The dome is 76 ft (23.2 m) in diameter and 33 ft (10.1 m) in height. The lingam is 13 ft (4 m) in height made of high density black granite.

Theerthakund

A subterranean tank located 35 ft (10.7 m) below holds a lingam immersed in water. Followers claim that the lingam is made of solidified and 99.8% purified mercury. Modern science does not believe in solidifying mercury, but ancient Indian alchemy claims to have techniques to do so. According to followers, these methods were said to have been used by yogis to solidify the lingam at room temperature. People can take a dip in this water before they go to the Dhyanalinga temple. A semi-circular brick vault covers this tank, the inner sides of which have murals in pure natural dyes with its theme depicting a Maha Kumbha Mela scene.

Events

Each day, an offering of sound called "Nadha Aradhana" is performed using singing bowls and other instruments. On every full moon and new moon days any visitor can personally offer milk and water to the linga.

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Balaji Kovil

Balaji Temple is situated at a distance of 10 Kms from Valparai town and is owned by Peria Karamalai Tea Producing Co. Limited. Poojas are performed regularly similar to Tirupathi Lord Venkateswara Temple. It would be great experience to visit the temple in silent natural atmosphere. A Children's Park and Garden is also located adjacent to the temple.

Vehicles are not allowed near the temple's entrance and visitors must walk up
hill for half kilometer the narrow estate road. This offers stunning views of tea estates that are Elephants and Indian Bison's at night.

Using Mobile Phones, Cameras, Video Cameras are strictly prohibited in temple premises.

How to reach Balaji Kovil :

Coimbatore >> Pollachi >> Valparai >> Balaji Temple (105 Kms)

Aranganathar Temple, Karamadai

Located about 30 kms from Coimbatore on the Mettupalayam Highway is the Swayambu Ranganatha Temple in Karamadai set in the backdrop of the blue mountain. Karikala Chozhan and Mysore King Krishnaraja Wodeyar are said to have made contributions to the temple. Thirumalai Nayakkar built the temple walls and several mandapams in and around the temple.

Location:

Coimbatore to Ooty Main Road.
Nearest railway station is Coimbatore and the nearest Airport is at Coimbatore.
There frequent buses from Coimbatore and Mettupalayam thro' Karamadai.

Ayyappan Temple

Sree Ayyappa Temple situated is in Sidhapudur, Coimbatore. The temple was built in 1976 by the Trust called Sri Dharma Sastha Baktha Jana Sabha. The trust wanted to build an Ayyappa Temple in Coimbatore similar to that of the one in Sabarimala and their wish was realised. The poojas and other religious rituals are observed similar to the fashion in Sabarimala.

Daily Poojas done in the early hours and in the evening. Seasonal Poojas are done on a large scale during Sabarimala season.

Contact:

Sree Ayyappa Temple
Chinnasamy Road,
New Sidhapudur,
Coimbatore - 641 044.
Tamilnadu, India.

Phone : +91 - 422 - 2523027

Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple, Coimbatore

Avinasi is a very old town, located in northwest of Tamilnadu. It is located between Coimbatore and Tiruppur towns on the Chennai-Kochi National Highway 47. It is part of the Kongu region (Kongunadu) which includes Coimbatore, Periyar, Salem, Dharmapuri districts.

The history of Kongunadu dates back to 8th century AD. This region was under the rule of Cheras, Chola, Pandiyas and later Kongu Cholas, Kongu

Pandiyar, Housalyars and Mysore kings. As per historical records, this town was build when the Kongunaadu was under the rule of King Karikala Chola. Avinasi was also known as Thiruppukoliyur. It is said that when Lord Shiva performed Agnidandav(the dance of fire), the heavenly gods and goddesses were scared and took refuge in this place. Now, the place around the temple is known as Avinasi and Thiruppukoliyur lies to the south of the temple. Avinasi temple finds its name in the Devaram songs (songs sung in praise of Lord Siva)

Location:

Avinasi is located at about 41 km from Coimbatore in the NH47 and 15 kms from Tiruppur.
Nearest railway station is Tiruppur and the nearest Airport is at Coimbatore.
There frequent buses from Coimbatore and Tiruppur to Avinasi.

Temple Timings:

Temple remains open from 5:00 a.m to 12 noon and from 4:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m.
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Arulmigu Eachanari Vinayagar Thirukovil - Eachanari

Vinayaga symbolises Ohm Pranav manthara is a presiding deity of this temple, and this temple is situated 10km away from Coimbatore to Pollachi enroute. The Moolavar of this temple is actually made for the installation at Perur, Arulmighu Patteswarar Temple and since the cart carrying Moolavar struckdown at this place from Madurai and Eachanari become the blessed place of Lord Vinayaga. Hence the Vinayagar in this place is called as “Eachanari Vinayagar” One of the famous Vinayaga of whole Tamilnadu.

By worshiping Lord Vinayaga our deeds are fulfilled and vows answered misfortune vanishes, and our past karmas purified success follows: words honoured wealth secured long life will be attained. Hence, even devas who are immortal would also pray Lord Vinayaga to seek his blessings.

This is the temple where devotees invariable of caste and creed, poor and rich come and worship to seek the blessings of Lord Vinayaga. Whenever a new vehicle is purchased people from other religion also come and perform pooja before it is taken on road. It is also believed and experienced that by worshiping Eachanari Vinayaga, that day happens to be a day of success and joyful. The experience felt by regular devotees of this temple.

It is to be noted here Moolavar of this temple is of big size and placed in such a way he can be prayed from all side even while travelling on bus, lorries, cars, and on two-wheelers, since the temple is located at Pollachi to Coimbatore main road.

Auspicious Festivals

Sankatahara Chadhurthi
Monthly Chadhurthi
Kiruthikai
Full Moon
New Moon

Temple Important Festivals

Tamil New Year
Aadi perukku
Vinayagar Chadhurthi
Saraswathy Pooja
Deepavali
Karthigai Deepam
English New Year
Thai Pongal and Thai Poosam
Panguni Uttiram

Contact :

Arulmighu Vinayagar Temple,
Coimbatore to Pollachi NH-209 Road,
Eachanari,
Coimbatore 641 021.
Tamilnadu, India.

Phone No : 0422 - 2672000, 0422 - 2677700
E-mail address : eavincbe@vsnl.net
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