Jambukeswarar Temple, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Jambukeswarar Temple – Guide

Jambukeswarar Temple, is located in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. This temple is also known as Tiruvanaikoil Temple. The Shivling established in this temple, representing the water among the five elements, and know as is ‘Appu Lingam’. It is believed that one of the halls of this temple was built by Lord Shiva himself.

History of Jambukeswarar Temple

Jambukeswarar Temple has ancient and very mysterious history. At this place Mother Parvati in the form of Goddess Akilandeshwari did penance to Lord Shiva. He created the lingam from the water of river Kaveri, that is why it is called ‘Appu Lingam’. The goddess established the Shiva ling under a Jambu tree, so this temple is known as Jambukeswarar. Pleased with the penance of the goddess, Mahadev appeared to her at this place and made her understand the knowledge of Shiva.

It is known from some inscriptions found in the temple that it was built about 1800 years ago by the Chola king Kokenganan. This is the only temple in India where the marriage of Mother Parvati and Lord Shiva i.e. Mahashivaratri is not organized. This does not happen in this temple because here Mother Parvati is in the form of student and Lord Shiva is in the form of Guru.

Best time to visit this temple

Rath Yatra and Panchaprakara festival are the two important festivals organised in Jambukeswarar Temple. Apart from these festival Vaisaki – Vasantha Urchavam, Aadi – Aadipuram festival, Purattasi – Navarathiri festival, Thai – Thai Poosam and Panguni – Brahmotchavam in the month of March or April are also celebrated in this temple.

Jambukeswarar Temple Timings

Jambukeswarar Temple opens from 5:30 AM to 1:00 PM in the morning and from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 6:30 AM in the morning and evening aarti performed at 7:30 PM in the evening.

Places to visit near this temple

Sri Ranganathaswami Temple

This temple is dedicated to lord Ranganathaswami. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the main temple.

Tiruchirapalli Rock Fort

This rock fort is the beautiful place to visit near this Temple. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the main temple.

Samayapuram Mariamman Temple

This temple is dedicated to goddess Samayapuram Mariamman. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from the main temple.

St John’s Church

This is the famous church of this city. This church is located at a distance of about few kms away from the main temple.

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How to reach Jambukeswarar Temple

By Air- The nearest airport from Jambukeswarar Temple is Tiruchirappalli airport which is located at a distance of about 13 km away from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi

By Train- The nearest railway station from Jambukeswarar Temple is Tiruchirappalli railway station which is located at a distance of about 12 km away from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- By road you can easily reach this temple as Tiruchirappalli, situated on National Highway 38, and is well connected by road to major cities in Tamil Nadu and other states. To reach this temple first you have to reach Tiruchirappalli and from here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

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