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Kalaiyarkoil (Thirukkaanapper), Tamil Nadu · 9.8022°, 78.6147°
The great temple of Kalaiyarkoil, ancient Thirukkaanapper, with a 150-foot rajagopuram and three linked Shiva shrines; Sundarar sang its deity, placing it among the Paadal Petra Sthalams. The Marudu brothers of Sivaganga later fortified the site.
What follows is the temple’s own traditional account, transmitted through liturgy and local memory. It is recorded here as tradition, not as attested history.
The goddess Kali is said to have worshipped the Kaleeswarar linga here before defeating the demon Chandasura with the seven mothers.
coordinates: wikipedia-2026-08-27 · sources retrieved 2026-08-26 · dynasty page: Marudu Pandiyar patronage
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