Location
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Graha
Guru (Jupiter)
Deity
Sri Apatsahayesvarar
Goddess
Elavarkuzhali Amman
Timings
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Best time
Thursdays and Guru Peyarchi transit days
District
Thiruvarur
Address
Apatsahayesvarar Temple, Alangudi, Valangaiman Taluk, Thiruvarur 612801
History
Here Shiva is said to have consumed the poison Halahala to save the universe, giving the name Apatsahayesvarar — the one who rescues from danger. Dakshinamurthy as Guru is the celebrated form.
Significance
The most important Guru (Jupiter) sthalam. Devotees pray for marriage, children, wisdom, career growth and relief during Guru Peyarchi.
Pariharam
Offer yellow flowers, bengal gram and yellow cloth; light 9 lamps and chant Guru Beeja mantra 108 times on Thursday.
Festivals
Guru Peyarchi
Once a year · Massive gathering for Jupiter transit
Thiruvathirai
December – January · Dakshinamurthy special abhishekam
Nearby stays & food
Guru Residency
Stay · 1 km · Walking distance from temple
Alangudi Veg Mess
Food · 0.5 km · Temple-side meals