Sri Karkadeswarar Temple(Nandu Kovil) , Thirunthudevankudi
Karkadeswarar temple(Karkata - Crab)is located in Thirunthudevankudi, Thanjavur district, Tamilnadu and is said to be more than 1000 years old. Devotees visit this temple to get cured of cancer.
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Sthalapuranam
Full Itinerary
Morning
Sri Karkadeswarar Temple(Nandu Kovil),Thirunthudevankudi
- The temple is locally called as Nandu kovil in Tamil language which means crab. It is believed that Yaksha who got cursed by a sage turned into crab and worshipped Lord Shiva in this temple for absolution of his sin. The image of the golden crab above the shivalingam can be seen during abhishekams.
- The place was originally called as “Aushada Vanam” or forest of medicinal herbs. Lord Shiva was originally called as “Aushadeshwarar”, the Lord of medicine and healing.
- Devotees born under “Kataka Rasi” with zodiac sign as “Crab” should visit this temple regularly to get blessings of Lord Shiva.
Pooja Details
Other Temples covered in this trip
- Transportation in AC Etios/Dzire cabs.
- Toll charges and driver’s allowance.
- Upon booking confirmation, the sthalapuranam of temples mentioned in the itinerary will be sent through email.
- Assistance regarding temple and pooja information will be provided on request
