History and tradition
- Architecture
- Dravidian architecture
- First attested
- 9th century
Hymn
The pasuram is not yet recorded.
Theertham
- Chandra · Temple tank
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Vaishnava temple
Thiruthalaichanga Nanmadiyam
தலைச்சங்காடு
Thiruthalaichanga Nanmadiyam, Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu, India
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Overview
Vishnu as Chandrasaabahara
Consort Thalaichanga Nachiyar
Vaishnava temple
Chandra Pushkarani, the temple tank|250px|thumb|left It is believed that Vishnu appeared for Chandra, the moon god, who worshipped Vishnu at this place. As per Hindu legend, Chandra, the moon god, is treated second after Surya, the sun god, among the Navagrahas, the nine planetary deities. He is also considered the brother of Lakshmi, the consort of Vishnu, as he emerged during the churning of the Ocean of Milk. Chandra once conducted a sacrifice called rajasuya yajna, which was attended by all the celestial deities. Tara, the wife of Brihaspati (Jupiter) was attracted to Chandra. The moon god took away Tara from Brihaspati, leading to the Tarakamaya War. Brihaspati cursed Chandra to be afflicted by disease. Tara gave birth to Budha (Mercury) for Chandra. According to the temple's regional legend, to free himself of the curse, Chandra started worshipping Vishnu in this place. Since the presiding deity holds the famous conch, this place came to be known as Talaichankam, with cankam meaning conch.
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