Rathnapureeswarar Temple
| Rathnapureeswarar Temple | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| District | Tiruvarur |
| Deity | Lord Shiva |
| Location | |
| Location | Thirunattiyathangudi |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Country |  India |
Rathnapureeswarar Temple is a Hindu temple located in Thirunattiyathangudi in the Tiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India. The presiding deity is Shiva.
Legend[edit]
According to legend, when the Chola king Ratnendra Chola tried to partition diamonds in the treasury with his brother but was unable to reach a compromise. At this juncture, Shiva is believed to have appeared to the brothers as a diamond merchant and facilitated the division. In gratitude, Ratnendra Chola built the temple.
Significance[edit]
Thirunattiyathangudi is considered to be the birthplace of Kotpuli Nayanar, one of the 63 Nayanmars. Hymns praise of the temple have been sung by Sundarar in the Thevaram.
References[edit]
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