History of the place

This region was ruled by Vrushadharbi, son of Emperor Shibi. The king suffered severe disease and his kingdom was under famine and drought due to curse. When Saptha Rishis called on the king, he demanded complete cure and prosperity of his kingdom in return for his Dhan (dontion). The Rishis grew furious and rejected his alms. The angry king organized a yajna to kill the Rishis. They prayed to Perumal for protection. Lord sent Indira in the form of tiger (Puli in Tamil) and killed the evil spirit. Hence, this place is named Thirupuliyur after this event. Rishis realized Perumal alone is real and everything else is but illusion - Maya. Lord thus came to be known as Mayapiran.

Saints who worshiped

Mangalasasanam (hymns) by Nammazhwar, Thirumangai Azhwar. This is one among the 108 Divya desams.

Speciality of this temple

Perumal in the temple graces in a standing form facing east. The vimana (tower) above the sanctum sanctorum is known as Purusha Sukta Vimana. Saptha Rishis worshipped this Lord. This temple is believed to have been built by Bheema (one of the Pandavas).

Pariharam

Perumal graces the devotees with complete cure of any disease they suffer from. Also people pray for marriage, child boon and to prosper in education.

Pariharam Procedure

Devotees light lamps and perform archanas to Lord and Mother with tulsi leaves.