The Other five Temples in the Arupadai Veedu sung by Nakkeerar are:

      1.Tiruparamkundram Subramanya Swami Temple
      4.Tiruchendur Senthil Andavar Temple
      2.Swamimalai Swaminatha Swami Temple
      3.Palani Dandayudhapani Swamy Temple
      5.Palamudhircholai Subramanya Swamy Temple

       A few Murugan devotees do consider that Marudamalai Murugan temple also deserves to be mentioned as one additional Padai Veedu.

       The various names of the presiding deity include Subrahmanya, Subramanya Swamy, Sengalvarayanm, Murugavel and Thanigesa Peruman. This holy shrine of Lord Muruga has been sung by various poets like Arunagiri Nathar and Kumara Guruparar.

       Lord Subramanya, it is believed, took to Tiruthani as his abode, after vanquishing the demon called Soorapadman at Tiruchendur. The battle called Soora samharam saw the death of the arrogance of the demon who was transformed into a Seval or Cock that became Muruga's Kodi ( or flag) and the also into a Peacock which became the vehicle of the Lord. At Tiruthani, the swamy is known to be in a very tranquil state, especially after marrying Valli. This Tranquility is pictured beautifully and devotees can view this from their desktops. For more details on the Arupadai Veedu CDROM - please Click Here .

       Mythology has it that Lord Subrahmanya swamy came in various forms such as a hunter and a old man to test the perseverance of Valli, a girl from the hunter community who undertook a penance to attain oneness with Lord Thanigesan. Vinayaka, his big brother helped Skanda in his efforts to marry Valli, by donning the form of a mad elephant, which scared Valli who scurried for refuge to the old man, none other than Subramanyar himself.

       At the foot of the hills is located the large temple tank, called the Saravana Poigai, with water that symbolizes prosperity. Tiruthani temple has a sannidhi for Ganesha who is known by the name of Abath Sahaya Vinayagar. The Thanigesa peruman temple is located on the top of the Thanigai Malai. There are four Praharams or "Thiru Sutru" in the temple. The Fourth Praharam has the Senkazhuneer Pillayar Temple. The holy water pond created by Lord Vishnu in the name of Vishnu Theertham, Vasuki's creation in the name of Naga Theertham and Brahama Teertham are sources of water with a divine origin.

       In the northern part of the temple precincts lies the Elephant house and the Sandalwood stone. In the third Praharam of the temple, one can see the Dwajasthamba Vinayagar and in the south, is located the Uma Maheshwarar Sannithi. The Ucchu Pillayar sannithi is located in the western side. The second Praharam has Sannithis that include those of Prasannakatheswarar, Kamakshi Amman with Ekambareswarar, Arumuga Swamy and Kumareswarar Lingam worshipped by Lord Skanda himself. The Rudraksha Mandapam is an unique mandapam with roof top made of Rudraksha beads. Sannithis for Shanmugamoorthy, Abathsahaya Vinayagar, Arunagirinathar, Veerabhadrar, Nava veerargal and Sooryan or Sun God are also located in the temple Praharam.

       A flight of five steps from the second Praharam, called the Panchakshara Padigal, leads to the first Praharaam. Crossing the Sthapana Mandapamd and Artha Mandapam, one reaches the main Garba graham of the Thanigesa Peruman. The sannithi of Chandeshwarar and Bairavar are also located in this area of the temple.

       Lord Thanigesa Peruman, is seen in a tranquil posture, with one hand on his lap and the other holding the Gnana Vel. Garlands made up of green stones and golden Vilva leaves adorn the deity, adding grandeur to the serene environment..

       Thai pusam or Thai Poosam and Panguni Uthiram are celebrated with grandeur. The English new year day is celebrated with specials poojas. Falling on the day of Poosam star, during the month of Thai - sometime during the end of January, Thai Pusam, is a Murugan festival celebrated all over the world.

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       Many of those who migrated away from India, be it the early settlers in South Africa or the tech-savvy migrants to US - the first generation who have Lord Murugan in their hearts find it difficult to pass on this spiritual shield to their children who grow up in alien lands.

       Cybervalley Systems has brought out a CD-ROM titled Arupadaiveedu - A Multimedia Ecstasy that can play on PCs and select VCD players - a multimedia title covering the six Murugan temples of Arupadaiveedu in south India.

       This CD exquisitely brings to life the pujas and certain utsavams of Lord Karthikeya - To illustrate a few shots...
      - the ther (Temple chariot) utsavam of Thiruparamkundram Murugan;
      - the Unjal ( Swing) sevai of Tirutchendur Murugan ;
      - the Abishekam of Palamuthircholai Murugan or
      - the golden chariot of Palani
      - are some such scenes that leave a permanent impression in one's mind.

Peace and tranquility are the possible benefits of viewing the CD contents - be it in a group during small functions or alone- in solitude in the background of darkness. For kids- it will be as much fun as watching the cartoons - if only the parents take time to explain the CD contents to their kids with some interest.

To know more about the CD ROM - Click Here