Thiruperundurai Athmanathar Temple: The Birthplace of Thiruvasagam and Manikkavasagar’s Enlightenment
Introduction Nestled in the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, the Thiruperundurai Athmanathar Temple (popularly known as Avudaiyarkoil) stands as one of the most spiritually profound and architecturally extraordinary shrines in South India. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Athmanathar (the Lord of the Soul), this ancient temple breaks away from traditional Dravidian temple customs by celebrating…
