Velleeswarar Temple, formerly 'Thenkoor Selva Vinayakar', is the oldest of its kind in
Mylapore. It is a highly revered temple dedicated to Lord Vinayaka (
Lord Ganesh).
The idol faces south, with his consorts Sidhi and Budhi. Other deities worshipped here are Kasi Viswanathar, Ulagalandha Perumal, Vaishnavi, Lakshmi and Saraswati.
There is a shrine dedicated to Sukracharya, the guru of Asuras, on the outer praakara. A small lingam can be seen in the sanctum sanctorum. Facing the south is a small elegant image of Goddess Kamatchi with a Sri Chakram installed behind.
A Kumbhabhishekam, performed here once in 26 years, is a major ritual. Brahmotsavam, a ten day festival, celebrated here during May/June draws a large number of people.
The temple is situated opposite to HRTS station, Mylapore.
