Thirumayanam Brahmapureeswarar Temple

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Thirukadaiyur, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 06:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 04:00 PM – 07:30 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

October to March is generally comfortable for pilgrimage.

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Thirumayanam Brahmapureeswarar Temple is traditionally regarded as the 107th Shiva temple worshipped by Sage Markandeya. The temple is closely associated with Thirukadaiyur Amritaghateswarar Temple, and the sacred water used for the ceremonial abhishekam of Lord Amritaghateswarar is traditionally brought from this temple. According to the traditional legend, Lord Shiva reduced Brahma to ashes and later restored him to life, granting him the divine responsibility of creation. The temple is also a...

🏛 Temple History

According to the traditional Sthala Purana, Brahma once incurred the displeasure of Lord Shiva and was reduced to ashes. Brahma subsequently received Shiva's grace and was restored, along with the divine knowledge and authority necessary to continue the work of creation. Because of this association, the shrine came to be known as Kadavur Mayanam. The sacred site is also associated with Sage Markandeya and the nearby Thirukadaiyur Amritaghateswarar Temple. The present name Thirumayanam is connected with the traditional spiritual significance of the site.

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Daily Poojas

Regular temple worship schedule

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No daily poojas available.

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Special Rituals

Sacred offerings and temple rituals

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No special rituals available currently.

🎉 Temple Festivals

No festivals available.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

If visiting Thirukadaiyur, include this temple in the same pilgrimage circuit.
The temple is approximately 2 km from Thirukadaiyur Amirthakadeswarar Temple.
Festival days may attract more devotees.
Pradosham days may also be crowded.

🚍 How to Reach

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Railway Station

Mayiladuthurai Junction • 23.00 km

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Airport

Tiruchirappalli International Airport • 150.00 km

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Bus Stand

Thirukadaiyur Bus Stop • 2.00 km

🔔 Darshan Timings & Rules

Dress Code: Traditional and modest dress recommended.

Photography: No

Prasad: Available

Prasad Details: Temple prasadam is available according to temple worship and special occasions.