Vaidyanathar Temple, Vaitheeswaran Koil
Know the Temple:
A famous healing shrine, Vaidyanathar Temple in Vaitheeswaran Koil is known for curing ailments and bestowing success in medical education and professions.
Greatness of the temple:
Vaidyanathar Temple at Vaitheeswaran Koil is dedicated to Lord Shiva in his form as the divine healer, Vaidyanathar. Worshipping here is believed to cure illnesses, especially those related to Mars (Kuja). The temple is a major site of pilgrimage for medical professionals seeking success in their studies and careers. With Lord Muruga gracing as Selva Muthukumara Swamy, devotees also receive blessings for academic excellence, especially in competitive exams.
Goddess is known as Thaiyalnaayaki and is considered a Sakthi Peeth. She blesses the devotees with health and advancement in wealth and knowledge.
Key Temple Facts
- Temple Name: Vaidyanathar Temple, Vaitheeswaran Koil
- Main deity (Lord Vishnu) is known as: Vaidyanathar Temple, Vaitheeswaran Koil
- Goddess Parvati is known as: Thaiyalnaayaki
- Puranic names of the temple: Pullirukkuvelur
- Worshipped by: Planet Mars (Angaraka), Lord Muruga (Selva Muthukumara Swamy) , Rig Veda, Lord Surya and Divine Cow Kamadhenu
- Special rituals of the temple: Abhishekam with medicinal oil, Mars rituals for health
- Special boons of the temple: Healing, success in medical education and exams
- Specialty of the temple: Healing, success in medical education and exams
- Location: 5 km from Sirgazhi
- Divya Desam: Yes
