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Brahmapureeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Thirukuvalai, Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Brahmapureeswarar and Goddess Brahmavidyambigai, it is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in the Tevaram hymns. The temple is associated with Lord Brahma's worship of Shiva and features Dravidian architecture, a sacred temple tank, and inscriptions reflecting Chola-era heritage.
Dharbaranyeswarar Temple, also known as Saneeswaran Temple, is a prominent Hindu temple located in Thirunallar, Karaikal District, Puducherry. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Dharbaranyeswarar and renowned as the Navagraha shrine for Lord Shani (Saturn), it is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams. The temple is associated with the legend of King Nala and features Dravidian architecture, the sacred Nala Theertham tank, and attracts pilgrims seeking relief from Saturn's influence.
Suryanar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Surya, the Sun God, located in Suryanar Koil near Kumbakonam in Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the Navagraha temples and the only temple where all nine planetary deities are present with separate shrines. Built during the Chola period in the 11th-12th century, the temple features Dravidian architecture, a five-tiered rajagopuram, and is notable for its religious importance to devotees seeking astrological remedies.
Vedapureeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Thiruvedhikudi village in Thiruvidaimarudur Taluk, Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu, on the southern bank of the Cauvery River near Kumbakonam. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vedapureeswarar and Goddess Mangayarkarasi, it is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in Tevaram hymns. The temple features Dravidian architecture, Chola-era inscriptions, and is traditionally believed to be where the four Vedas worshipped Shiva.