Vajrathampanathar Temple, Tirumazhapadi

Location of the temple Tirumazhapadi
Lord Shiva known as Vajrathampanathar
Female deity known as Azhagammai
Pathigam Thirunavukarasar, Sambandar, Sundarar
How to reach This temple is located 16 Kms. from Tiruvaiyaru. One has to travel from Tiruvaiyaru towards north and cross Kollidam river and turn left at Tirumanur to reach Tirumazhapadi. One can reach Thirumazhapadi from Ariyalur also.
Temple address Arulmighu Vajrathampanathar Temple
Tirumazhapadi
Tirumazhapadi Post
Ariyalur Taluk
Ariyalur District
PIN 621851
Location map Map showing location of Tirumazhapadi temple from Tiruvaiyaru
Map courtesy by: Google Maps

This temple is a big one with a 7 tier gopuram (Tower). The 100 pillared mandapam inside this temple is of special interest. From the inscriptions found in this temple, it is believed that the Chola Kings have made contributions to this temple.