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Vaitheeswaran Koil

Tamil Nadu

A famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva as the God of healing, also known as Vaidyanathar or Vaitheeswaran. It is a prime center of Nadi Astrology and associated with Mars (Angaraka) in Hindu astrology.

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Nearest airport is Tiruchirappalli International Airport, approximately 160 km away.

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Mayiladuthurai Junction is the closest major railway station, about 25 km away.

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Auto-rickshaws and local buses are available for short-distance travel.

Historical Timeline

  • "• 12th Century CE - Built by the Chola kings. • Before 12th Century CE - Inscriptions suggest the temple existed earlier."

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Vaitheeswaran Koil is significant because it is associated with Mars (Angaraka) and is believed to mitigate the adverse effects of Mars in one’s horoscope.

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