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Satyagireeswarar Temple

The Sathyagireeswarar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is located in Senganur Village near Thiruppanandal Town in the Thiruvidaimaruthur Taluk of Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu. The presiding deity is known as Sathyagireeswarar (or Sathyagirinathar/Shaktigireeswarar), while the consort is revered as Sakidevi. This ancient temple is situated along the banks of the Manniyaru River.

Timings

The Temple remains open from 9.00 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. and from 5.30 p.m.

Entry Fee

Free of cost

Origin/History :-



This temple is one of the 70 Mada Temples built by King Kochengat Chola, designed with steps to prevent elephants from easily climbing up. The entrance to the sanctum sanctorum is also intentionally narrow. Originally built by King Kochengat Chola in brick, the temple was later reconstructed in stone during the mediaeval Chola period and further expanded during the Vijayanagara period.

Maha Kumbhabhishekam ceremonies were held on February 11, 2000, and September 12, 2014.


Puranic Significance :-



In a contest between Adisesha (the serpent) and Vayu (the wind) to prove their strength, Adisesha tightly coiled around Mount Meru, while Vayu blew fiercely to break it. A small piece of the mountain eventually fell here, giving the place the name Satyagiri.

Visara Saruman, the son of the Brahmin Echa Nathan and Pavithra, had his Upanayanam at the age of seven, as per Vedic tradition. He spent his days in devotion to Lord Shiva and served as a cowherd for the Brahmins of the area. Using sand from the nearby Manniyaru River, he fashioned a Shiva Linga and performed abhishek with milk from the cows. Miraculously, despite giving milk for puja, the cows continued to produce enough for their owners.

However, the Brahmins, suspecting that Visara Saruman was wasting the milk meant for Yagnas, complained. His father also disapproved. One day, while Visara Saruman was absorbed in his Shiva worship, his father attacked him and overturned the milk pots. In a moment of intense devotion, unaware that the attacker was his father, Visara Saruman retaliated with a stick, which transformed into an axe and severed his father’s legs.

Moved by his devotion, Lord Shiva appeared with Mother Parvathi, adorned Visara Saruman with His sacred Kondrai garland, and declared, “As you have lost your father, I shall be your father from now on.” He granted him the title Easwara, making him Chandikeswara.

The temple is built on a small hill, marking the spot where the piece of Mount Meru fell. It is also one of the Mada temples constructed by the Chola king Kochenganan, with Lord Shiva blessing devotees as a Swayambumurthy (self-manifested deity).

Do's and Don'ts

  1. Do pray your Ishta Devata before pilgrimage to the Temple.
  2. Do contact Temple Devasthanam information centre for enquiry, temple information and for Pooja details etc.
  3. Do reserve your travel and accommodation at Temple well in advance.
  4. Take a bath and wear clean clothes before you enter the temple.
  5. Do concentrate on God and Goddess inside the temple.
  6. Do maintain silence and recite your Ishta Mantra to yourself inside the temple.
  7. Do observe ancient customs and traditions while in Temple.
  8. Do respect religious sentiments at Temple.
  9. Do deposit your offerings in the hundi only.


  1. Do not come to Temple for any purpose other than worshipping God and Goddess.
  2. Do not smoke at Temple.
  3. Do not consume alcoholic drinks at Temple.
  4. Do not eat non-vegetarian food in the Kshetram.
  5. Do not approach mediators for quick Darshanam. It may cause inconvenience to others.
  6. Do not carry any weapon inside the temple.
  7. Do not wear any head guards like helmets, caps, turbans and hats inside the temple premises.
  8. Do not perform Sastanga Pranama inside the Sanctum Sanctorum.
  9. Do not take much time while performing Sparsa Darshanam to God in Garbhagriha.
  10. Do not buy spurious prasadams from street vendors.Do not encourage beggars at Temple.  
  11. Do not spit or create nuisance in the premises of the temple.


Dress Code

For Men: Traditional wear like dhotis, lungis, or kurtas is preferred. Clothes should be clean and modest, avoiding shorts or sleeveless shirts.

For Women: Traditional attire like sarees, salwar kameez, or chudidars is recommended. Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is required.

How to reach

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  1. By Air: Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ). Distance: Approximately 110 km from Senganur. Route: From the airport, hire a taxi or use public transportation to reach Senganur via Thiruppanandal or Kumbakonam.
  2. By Rail: Kumbakonam Railway Station. From Kumbakonam Station: Hire a taxi or take a bus to Senganur.

Nearby Cities and Rivers

The Sathyagireeswarar Temple in Senganur is situated near the Manniyaru River, a tributary of the Cauvery River.


Nearby cities and towns include:

  1. Thiruppanandal – located about 6 km from the temple.
  2. Thiruvidaimaruthur – around 14 km away.
  3. Kumbakonam – a significant pilgrimage town, approximately 25 km from the temple.
  4. Mayiladuthurai – about 36 km from the temple.