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{{Short description|Hindu temple in Tamil Nadu, India}}
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| image = PERUR_PATTEESHWARAR_TEMPLE.jpg
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| caption = Gopuram at the entrance of the temple
| map_type = India Tamil Nadu
| map_caption = Location in Tamil Nadu
| coordinates = {{coord|10|58|33|N|76|54|53|E|type:landmark_region:IN|display=inline,title}}
| country = [[India]]
| state = [[Tamil Nadu]]
| district = [[Coimbatore district|Coimbatore]]
| location = [[Perur]], [[Coimbatore]].
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| deity = Sri Pateeswarar ([[Shiva]])
| architecture = [[Dravidian architecture]]
| inscriptions =
| creator = [[Karikala Chola]]
| UNESCO = One of the World Heritage Sites from South Asian part
| website =http://www.perurpatteeswarar.tnhrce.in/
}}
'''Perur Pateeswarar Temple''' is a [[Hindu]] temple dedicated to [[Shiva]] located at [[Perur]], in western part of [[Coimbatore]] in state of [[Tamil Nadu]] in [[India]]. The temple was built by [[Karikala|Karikala chola]] in 2nd Century.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.perurpatteeswarar.tnhrce.in/history-patteeswarar.html|title=Arulmigu Patteeswarar Swamy Temple - History|access-date=14 December 2016}}</ref> The temple is located on the bank of the [[Noyyal River]] and has been patronized by poets like [[Arunagirinathar]] and Kachiappa Munivar. Lord Shiva, known as ‘Patteeswarar’, is the presiding deity of this temple together with his consort [[Parvati]], who is known as ‘Pachainayaki’. The deity is believed to be ‘Swayambu Lingam’ (self emerged). The pillars raised in this temple depict the architectural prowess of the Tamil sculptors.

Over the period of time, this temple is known by different names such as: Kamadenupuri, pattipuri, Adhipuri, Daksha Kailasham, Thavasiddhapuram, Gnanapuram, Kalyanapuram, Pirava Neri Thalam, Pasupathipuram, Western Chidambaram.<ref>Kumudam Journal; 14.11.2008; Article name : ’படும் துன்பங்கள் பனிபோல் விலகும் பட்டீஸ்வரர் திருவருளால்!’</ref>

==History==

This ancient temple was built by king [[Karikala Chola]] in 2nd Century, thus making this one of the oldest temple in the state. During the rule of [[Raja Raja Chola I]], 'Artha Mahal' and 'Maha Mahal' were constructed. In addition to this, there were regular donations from the Chola king, which were documented on the temple walls.

History reveals that the great poet Sundarar sung the devotional 'Devaram' song in this temple by the 7th Century. Nonetheless, strangely Perur Pateeswarar Temple does not make it to the list of Kongu Nadu Padal petra sthalams, which otherwise has seven of the 276 temples.

From the 14th to 17th Centuries, the kings from different dynasties like Hosala dynasty, Vijanagara Empire, Nayakkar Kings have contributed immense donations for the maintenance of this temple. The famous 'Kanaga Sabhai' was built around the 17th century, by Azhagathiri Nayakkar of Madurai.

By the 18th Century AD, the primary deities were renovated and also a Mahal for the 63 Nayanmaars were raised. By the 20th century, the Kalyana Mahal and the front Mahal were constructed, and the tower was renovated as well.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.perurpatteeswarar.tnhrce.in/history-patteeswarar.html|title=Official Website for Arulmigu Patteeswarar Swamy Temple,Perur,Coimbatore|website=www.perurpatteeswarar.tnhrce.in|language=en-gb|access-date=2017-09-06}}</ref>

==Architecture==
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This temple has several [[gopuram]]s and halls, famous of which is, 'Kanaka Sabha', the one with the golden statue of [[Nataraja]]. The pillars have carvings of the various manifestations of Shiva and the ceiling has a series of stone chains.<ref>{{cite news|title=Rich in history and architecture|url=http://www.hindu.com/fr/2005/05/27/stories/2005052700390300.htm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080123160216/http://www.hindu.com/fr/2005/05/27/stories/2005052700390300.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=23 January 2008|access-date=19 June 2016|newspaper=[[The Hindu]]|date=27 May 2005}}</ref>

There is a Patti Vinayagar shrine, dedicated to [[Ganesha]]. The Arasambalavanar Shrine dedicated to Shiva at the spot where Shiva is believed to have performed his [[Tandava|Thandav]] under a peepul tree. There are also statues of [[Gajasurasamhara|Gajasamhara]], [[Virabhadra]], [[Bhikshatana|Bikshadana]], Oordhva Thandava, [[Saraswati]] with Veena. The sacred trees associated with temple are the palm and tamarind trees, called Irava Panai and Pirava Puli.
[[File:Perur car festival.jpg|thumb|300px|Temple car on 18 March 2019]]
==Culture==
Every year the temple celebrates a classical dance week, typically [[Bharata Natyam]]. The most prominent and talented dance schools of the city and even some from other cities take turns to awe the audience with their performance.<ref>{{cite news|title=Perur Natyanjali|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-metroplus/perur-natyanjali/article3886931.ece|access-date=19 June 2016|date=12 September 2012|newspaper=The Hindu}}</ref> The temple is believed to be one of the places where Shiva is believed to have performed Ananda Thandavam.<ref name=Meena>{{cite book|title=Temples in South India|last=V.|first=Meena|publisher=Harikumar Arts|location=Kanniyakumari|page=20}}</ref>

==Events==
Every year in the month of [[Panguni]], [[Panguni Uthiram]] is celebrated. As a part of the event grandly made temple car is taken around the nearby streets and celebrated grandly.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.maalaimalar.com/Devotional/DevotionalTopNews/2019/03/19094531/1232974/perur-pateeswarar-kovil-therottam.vpf |title=பேரூர் பட்டீசுவரர் கோவில் தேரோட்டம்: ஆயிரக்கணக்கான பக்தர்கள் தரிசனம் |date=19 March 2019}}</ref>

== Temple Pond==

The Pond is situated opposite of the temple and it used for important rituals such as Panguni Uthiratam.

== Temple Lake==
Perur Padithurai is 200 meters North from temple and it is situated on the Southern bank of Noyyal River.

==Darshan timings==
The temple is open on all days. The darshan timings are as below <ref>http://www.perurpatteeswarar.tnhrce.in/poojas-patteeswarar.html</ref>
* Morning : 05:30 to 13:00 IST
* Evening : 16:00 to 21:00 IST

==References==
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==External links==
{{Commons category|Perur Pateeswarar Temple}}
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20120121054217/http://www.perurpatteeswarar.in/ Official Website]
* [http://temple.dinamalar.com/en/new_en.php?id=460 Temple's Speciality Dinamalar]
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[[Category:Tourist attractions in Coimbatore]]
[[Category:Buildings and structures in Coimbatore]]
[[Category:Shiva temples in Coimbatore district]]
[[Category:Chola architecture]]
[[Category:Dravidian architecture]]

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