Marundeeswarar Temple
Marundeeswarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams — the Shiva temples glorified in the Tevaram hymns of the Nayanmar saints.
The Thiruvanmiyur seashore temple of Shiva as the Lord of Medicine has drawn health-seekers for centuries — its very name means 'god of remedies'. It is one of the Paadal Petra Sthalams sung by the Nayanmars, and its tank and gopurams anchor south Chennai's coastline.
Quick facts
| Deity | Shiva |
| Town | Chennai |
| District | Chennai district |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Sacred lists | Chennai Temples · Paadal Petra Sthalams |
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Visiting
Most temples in Tamil Nadu open early morning and again in the evening, closing through the midday hours — plan darshan before noon or after 4pm and confirm timings locally, since festival days change everything. Dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered), leave footwear at the stands provided, and note that some sanctums admit Hindus only while towers and outer courtyards welcome everyone. Photography rules vary; ask before shooting inside.
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