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Thirunaraiyur, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu · 11.2967°, 79.5981°
One of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams, sung by Tirugnanasambandar in the Tevaram; the temple is known for a swayambhu Ganesha worshipped as Polla Pillaiyar.
Tradition holds that the deity revealed himself here to the boy Nambiyandar Nambi, sent by his father to make the ritual offerings.
coordinates: wikipedia-2026-08-27 · sources retrieved 2026-08-26 · dynasty page: Undetermined