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Abodes of Lord Muruga |
41. Valliyur
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Location
Valliyur is a small village located on Tirunelveli-Nagercoil Road near Nanguneri. |
Architecture & History
This temple is a rock temple and was first discovered by Pandiya King. Legend here is Lord Muruga was worshipped by Indra and Sage Agastiyar. The Saravana poigai here was created by Lord Muruga with his spear. The Vel (spear) that Lord Muruga holds here is diamond studded and is of great beauty. |