Iravatheswarar Temple is a highly honored shrine located at Maelai Thirumananjeri close to
Mayiladuthurai, about 281 km south of
Chennai. This temple is dedicated to
Lord Shiva.
Lord Shiva is worshipped here in the form of Lord Iravatheswarar. The temple enshrines separate niches for Lord Mathayaneswarar and Sugantha Kundalambigai. Thousands of devotees throng here during the major festival. Mayuranthar Shiva Temple is an ancient temple easily accessible from here. Major attractions nearby are
Tranquebar, Velankanni and Suriyanar Temple.
Mayiladuthurai Junction Railway Station is the nearest railhead and
Tiruchirapalli Airport is the nearest airport.
[Source a (94) 12-Jan-05]
