Renganadar Thiruvadigai
Vaishnavite Temples, Cuddalore District
God
Aranganadar (Renganadar), facing east
Goddess
Renganayagi, facing east
Other Deities
Chakrathazhwar, Aandal, Ambal, Desikar, Garuda, Anjaneya
Renganadar Thiruvadigai is a large east facing temple with entrances from south and east through a gateway. The Vimaana is huge and so is the goddess at about 7-8 feet.
Holy Water (Theertham) – No information
Sacred Tree (Sthala Vriksham) – Jackfruit, Mango, Coconut
History
Renganadar Thiruvadigai is ancient temple that dates back to the 7th Century CE at least.
Legend
King Pallavaraya’s daughter was an ardent devotee of Lord Renganathar of Srirengam and wanted to move there. The king of Thiruvadigai who wanted to marry her heard this and built Renganadar Thiruvadigai temple to satisfy and keep her here.
Directions
Renganadar Thiruvadigai is about 3 kilometers east of Panruti on the Cuddalore road. There are 3 other temples nearby including Thiruvadigai. Refer our map for details.
Stay and Food
Panruti has a few restaurants for a meal. Cuddalore or Chidambaram is recommended for stay.
