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Nisumba Soodhani Temple: This temple for " Nisumba Soodhani is situated in Thanjavur. Built by the Chola king 'Vijayalaya Chola' (848 CE - 871 CE) after his victory of Pandiyas in the war of Thirupurampiyam ( Near Kumbakonam) and he gained Thanjavur from the " Mutharayars" ( Supporters of Pandiyas).

The deity of this temple is Durga. She is very powerful with eight hands and in the pose of killing Nisumban (Asura). She is in sitting position with her right leg and her left leg pressed against Nisumban. Her head turned to left side and of her right hand holds the Trisool and pointing towards Nisumban. The furious face and eyes of the deity are remarkable.

Now the temple is known as " Vada Badrakaali Amman" temple & " Raagu Kaala Kaali" temple. This temple located in a small street & distance from the Tanjavur Old Bus stand is only 1.5 KM. Temple opens @ 0500 - 1200 hrs and 1700 - 2000 Hrs. All the local people knows about this temple by the name of " Ragukaala Kali Kovil". We can get auto for Rs. 30 for this temple from Tanjavur Old bus stand location.

Daily pooja and special abishegams are done to the deity.

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