![]() ![]() Goddess Sri Mahalakshmi came down here to this place in the form of a cow and worshipped Lord Shiva to make Him open the eyes, so that the world is saved. ![]() Lord Vishnu directed Sri Mahalakshmi to save the world. Sages and Devas worshipped Lord Vishnu to save the world from the heat of the penance. But Lord Shiva was meditating deeply with His eyes closed. Her penance was so intense that the whole surroundings became too hot and all living beings suffered because of enormous heat. The main deity of this temple is Sri Sundhareswarar (also called Thirumaeneeswarar) and Goddess Sri Soundharaambigai (also called Thiruvudai Naayagi).Īccording to legend, Goddess Kamakshi was performing thapas on Panchagni (fire) in Maangaadu praying Lord Shiva to marry Her. Kovur has a massive temple for Lord Shiva built by Kulothunga Chozha, dating back to 7th century. ![]() The temple is located about 200 meters off the main road. Kovur is a small town situated about 22 kms from Chennai, on the road going from Porur towards Kunrathur. ![]()
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