The
Avadayar Koil is
located in Tirupperunturai
near Arantagi. The
temple along with
its sanctity is
known for its architectural
brilliance and skillful
craftsmanship.
 This
temple is an important
Sivasthala. The
origin of the temple
is not clearly known,
however it can be
believed that the
temple was constructed
by Saint Manickavachakar.
There is a Konrai
tree which has been
copper plated on
the trunk to protect
from natural calamities.
The Konrai tree
is the Sthala Vrikhsa
of the temple. The
idol of Saint Manickavachakar
is also worshipped
here. There are
a lot of carvings
and paintings in
the temple which
has been done with
great expertise.
The Mandapam has
been constructed
with stone in one
portion, but the
carvings are so
good that it looks
like wood. The temple
looks more beautiful
at sunset when the
sun’s rays
gets past the three
prakarams to reach
the sanctum sanctorum.
The Avadayar Koil
can be reached by
road from Arantagi.
The nearest railway
station is at Arantagi.
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