why visit thirunallar saneeswaran temple

According to some, visiting Thirunallar Saneeswaran Temple in Tamil Nadu can offer a unique spiritual experience.

Thirunallar Saneeswaran Temple, dedicated to Lord Shani (Saturn), is one of the most significant Navagraha temples in India. Devotees visit this temple to seek relief from Shani Dosha (Saturn’s ill effects) and to attain prosperity and peace.

Some believe that:

• Praying at this temple can reduce the negative effects of Shani, or planet Saturn, and increase its positive effects.
• Visiting this temple and performing pooja can lead to a good life.
• The temple is the only one in the world where Lord Shani lost his power to Lord Shiva.
• The temple’s holy tanks have healing powers.

Some other things to do at the temple include:

• Taking an oil bath in Nalatheertham
• Offering prayers to Kalitheertha Vinayaka
• Breaking coconuts
• Worshiping Baghwan Sani, the planet Saturn
• The temple is not usually crowded, except during festivals and school holidays

. There are restaurants near the temple that serve South Indian food

Reasons to Visit:

• Spiritual Significance: It is believed that Lord Shani bestows blessings upon devotees who sincerely pray at this temple, helping them overcome hardships caused by planetary influences.
• Rituals for Relief: Many devotees perform special poojas, including oil abhishekam and lighting lamps, to reduce the negative impact of Saturn in their horoscope.
• Historical Importance: The temple has deep roots in Hindu mythology and is mentioned in ancient texts as a sacred pilgrimage site.