Location
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Graha
Budha (Mercury)
Deity
Sri Swetharanyeswarar
Goddess
Brahma Vidya Nayaki
Timings
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Best time
Wednesdays, Aadi and Thai months
District
Mayiladuthurai
Address
Swetharanyeswarar Temple, Thiruvenkadu, Sirkazhi Taluk, Tamil Nadu 609114
History
Known as Aadhi Chidambaram, this vast temple has three sacred tanks and is where Shiva took the Aghora form. It is celebrated in Thevaram and linked to the sage Sweta Maharishi.
Significance
Budha governs intellect, speech, education, business and nervous system. Students and traders pray here for clarity, memory and successful communication.
Pariharam
Offer green moong dal and green leaves, feed cows, and chant the Budha Kavacham on Wednesday wearing green.
Festivals
Aghora Moorthy Festival
May – June · Rare Aghora darshan
Thirukarthigai
November – December · Lamp festival
Nearby stays & food
Sirkazhi Comfort Inn
Stay · 12 km · Simple AC rooms
Sea Breeze Veg Hotel
Food · 9 km · Meals on the Poompuhar road