Erumbeeswarar Temple, also known as Tiruverumbeeswarar Temple, is located at
Thiruverumbur, in
Tiruchirapalli District of
Tamil Nadu. It is located about 15 km east of
Tiruchirapalli, on the way to
Thanjavur. Dedicated to
Lord Shiva, the temple enshrines Erumbeeswarar as the presiding deity along with his consort Saurabhya Kudalaambal.
This Shivasthalam is built on a 60 ft high hill and can be accessed by a flight of steps. The temple has two prakarams and a mandapam at the foot of the hill. Historical evidences reveal that the temple came into existence during the 7th century. The temple has several inscriptions dating back to the Chola and Pandya period.
The annual Brahmotsavam celebrated here is a major draw attended by thousands of devotees from far and near.
Erumbeeswarar Temple has been declared as a protected monument by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Tiruchirapalli Junction Railway Station is the nearest railhead.
