The ksetra is located on the banks of the Garuda Nadhi
There is also a sanctum sanctorum for Lord Hayagreeva.
One can see a lotus in the hands of the Utsavar, eyes over the forehead, 'jada'(long hair) over the head and the usual shanku and the chakra.
These are considered to be the symbols for the Trimurthy.
The temple is accessible from Thiruppappuliyur station(about 3 miles westward). The town has a good frequency of buses.
Access
Bus facility available from Trichy. This is on the way from Trichy to Thuraiyur.
42: Thirukkovaloor
Dieties
Trivikraman, Aayanar, Poongoval Nachiyar
Vimanam
Srikara Vimanam
Theerthangal
Krishna Theertham
Direction and Posture
Standing and East-faced.
Pratyaksham to
Mrigandu Maharishi, Balichchakravarthy
Mangalasasanam
Thirumangai Azhwar, Boothathazhwar
Features
The unique feature of the temple is the Shanku is located on the right hand of the diety unlike the other temples.
A Durga Devi sannidhi('Karpudaya Kanni') is also located within the shrine(Temple).
Access
Accessible from Cuddalore(about 45 miles) or from Thirukkoviloor station(Villupuram - Katpadi Line). It is 2 miles south of Pennai river.
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