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Kamarasavalli, Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu · 10.9830°, 79.1973°
A Shiva temple at Kamarasavalli near Thirumanur in Ariyalur district, with an east-facing sanctum, a south-facing shrine for Balambika, and the usual rajagopura, prakaram, vimana and kosta niches.
The serpent Karkotaka is shown in sculpture worshipping Shiva here with Vinayaka and Nandi, and those born under the sign of Cancer are said to find relief by praying at this shrine.
coordinates: wikipedia-2026-08-27 · sources retrieved 2026-08-26 · dynasty page: Undetermined