Sri Aadhi Lingeswarar Gnana Thirukoil

About the Temple

Nestled at the foothills of the serene Sirumalai Hills in Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu

Sri Aadhi Lingeswarar Gnana Thirukoil stands as a beacon of peace, devotion, and divine energy. Surrounded by lush greenery and often called "Then Kailayam" (Southern Kailash), this sacred site embodies the eternal power of Lord Shiva.

At the heart of the temple rises a magnificent 54-feet Shiva Lingam, representing the formless, infinite aspect of Lord Shiva — the source of creation, wisdom, and liberation.

Built with the collective devotion of villagers and devotees over the past 16 years, this temple radiates a spiritual aura that transforms every visitor with calmness and clarity.

The grand Kumbabhishekam was performed on 26 February 2025, witnessed by thousands of devotees from across the country. Since then, the temple has continued to conduct daily morning and evening poojas, special festival rituals, and Annadhanam (free food service) to thousands of devotees.

Temple Deities

The temple complex houses shrines for numerous divine manifestations

Main Deity

Sri Aadhi Lingeswarar

The formless, infinite aspect of Lord Shiva - the source of creation, wisdom, and liberation. The 54-feet majestic Shiva Lingam stands as the spiritual heart of the temple.

Mayilad Eeswari Amman

Divine Mother and consort of Lord Shiva, worshipped as the embodiment of grace, compassion, and maternal love for all devotees.

Aimbudha Ganapathi

The remover of obstacles and bestower of wisdom, prosperity, and success. The five-faced Ganapathi blesses devotees with spiritual and material well-being.

Bala Murugan

God of war and victory, son of Lord Shiva. The youthful form of Murugan represents courage, wisdom, and the triumph of good over evil.

Maha Kaali

Fierce form of Divine Mother, protector of devotees, destroyer of evil forces, and liberator of souls from ignorance and bondage.

Nandeeswarar & Bala Nagamma

Sacred bull Nandeeswarar, the vehicle of Lord Shiva, and Bala Nagamma, the serpent deity symbolizing eternity and divine protection.

Dakshinamurthy

God of knowledge and supreme teacher, Lord Shiva in the form of the ultimate guru who imparts wisdom through silence and divine presence.

Navagrahas

The nine planetary deities influencing human destiny. Worshipping them brings balance, removes obstacles, and ensures harmony in life.

Durga Amman

The invincible form of Divine Mother, protector of righteousness, and destroyer of demons. She embodies strength, courage, and maternal protection.

Saniswarar

Lord Saturn, the dispenser of karma and justice. His worship helps overcome difficulties, delays, and brings discipline and spiritual growth.

Kala Bhairavar

Fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva, the guardian of temples, protector from evil forces, and remover of obstacles in spiritual path.

Siva Lingam

The Shiva lingam is a symbol representing the formless, infinite nature of Lord Shiva. it signifies the cosmic union of masculine and feminine creative energies.

Temple Activities and Festivals

Regular poojas, meditation sessions, and Annadhanam are part of the temple's daily life

Maha Shivaratri

All-night worship and Annadhanam for over 6,000 devotees

Pradosham & Amavasya

Monthly rituals with abhishekam and special offerings

Navagraha Poojas

To balance planetary influences and bring harmony

Annadhanam

Daily free food service for thousands of devotees

Kumbabhishekam Anniversary

Celebrated annually with grand rituals and community feasts

Meditation Sessions

Regular spiritual gatherings for inner peace and clarity

About the Trust

Aadhi Lingeswarar Arakkattalai - Transforming faith into service

Our Vision

To create a spiritually awakened, compassionate society by blending temple worship with community service.

Our Mission

To uplift society through acts of compassion — feeding the hungry, educating children, supporting the poor, and promoting health and spiritual well-being.

Key Activities

Annadhanam (Free Food Service)

Daily and festival-time food donation for thousands of devotees

Education Support

Scholarships and study materials for underprivileged students

Marriage Assistance

Financial support for economically weaker families

Medical Camps

Free health check-ups and emergency aid for rural areas

Veda & Yoga Training

Promoting ancient wisdom and holistic living

Our Charity Activities

Witness the impact of your contributions through our various service initiatives

Annadhanam

Daily Annadhanam

Serving nutritious meals to over 2,000 devotees daily with love and devotion

Annadhanam

Education Support

Distributing scholarships and educational materials to underprivileged children

Medical

Free Medical Camps

Providing free healthcare services to rural communities

Medical

Maha Shivaratri Special

Grand Annadhanam serving over 6,000 devotees during festivals

Our Founder

Sri V. Thamizhselvan Swamigal

Founder & Spiritual Head

Sri V. Thamizhselvan Swamigal, founder of Sri Aadhi Lingeswarar Gnana Thirukoil, is a spiritual devotee guided by divine vision. From a young age, he was drawn to meditation, yoga, and the mysteries of creation. During deep meditation, Goddess Akilandeswari appeared and blessed him with the mission to build this sacred temple. With unwavering faith, he left worldly life to dedicate himself fully to Lord Shiva’s service. Today, his vision continues through the temple and Aadhi Lingeswarar Arakkattalai, spreading peace and divine wisdom.

“The Divine Mother Akilandeswari gave me the vision, the strength, and the sacred command to build this temple. Every stone, every devotee, and every prayer here carries Her energy.My only wish is to see people attain peace, wisdom, and spiritual growth through the grace of Lord Aadhi Lingeswarar - — V. Thamizhselvan Swamigal"

Trust Registration

The trust operates transparently under proper registrations:

12A Registration
80G Tax Exemption
FCRA Compliance
CSR Compliance

How Your Contribution Helps

Every offering and donation made to Sri Aadhi Lingeswarar Gnana Thirukoil is used to:

Maintain the temple premises and sanctum
Organize poojas, rituals, and spiritual events
Feed thousands through Annadhanam
Educate children and provide healthcare
Support sustainable rural development

Your generosity directly supports the temple's growth and the well-being of the surrounding communities.

Join Hands with the Divine Mission

Devotees and well-wishers can support the temple and trust in many ways

Temple Donation

Support temple maintenance and daily poojas

Donate Now

Annadhanam Sponsor

Feed thousands of devotees with your contribution

Sponsor Food

Education Support

Help educate underprivileged children

Support Education

Marriage Assistance

Support economically weaker families for marriages

Help Families

Medical Aid

Contribute to free health check-ups and medical camps

Support Health

Volunteer

Join us in temple service and charity activities

Become a Volunteer

Contact Us

Get in touch with the temple authorities for donations, visits, or queries

Temple Address

Aadhi Lingeswarar Arakkattalai

Sri Aadhi Lingeswarar Gnana Thirukoil

Sirumalai Adivaram, Thirunaganallai

Dindigul District – 624 308

+91 99947 25266

+91 75982 93689

aadihlingeshwarartrust@gmail.com

Thenkailayam

தென்கயிலாயம்

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