The temple has existed for ages beyond memory. The main deity is a self-manifesting one, and the temple was built during the era of the Medieval Cholas. Over the centuries, various rulers have carried out renovations and expansions. Here, Lord Shiva is revered as the main deity in accordance with the Saivaite belief that Lord Shiva is omnipresent, and it is said that Lord Sukran is located within the belly of Lord Shiva. The temple’s significance is such that Lord Shiva once blessed Parasara Muni, a famous saint from ancient times, with His cosmic dance. This holy site is also referred to as Palasa Vanam or Agni Sthalam, and thus the main deity is known as Agneeswarar. It is believed that Lord Brahma observed the divine marriage of Lord Shiva at this sacred location.

The Amrithakadeeswarar Abhirami Temple, also known as the Abhirami temple, is a Hindu shrine dedicated to Shiva in his form as Kalantaka, alongside his consort Parvati, recognized as Abhirami. Additionally, there is a shrine for Maha Vishnu, referred to as Amrithanarayana, and his partner Mahalakshmi, known as Amrithavalli. This temple is situated in Thirukkadaiyur (Thirukkadavur), located 21 km east of Mayiladuthurai in Tamil Nadu, India. The temple is linked to the legend of Shiva rescuing his young devotee, Markendeya, from death, as well as the story of a saint named Abirami Pattar, who was a follower of the presiding goddess.

The Thiruvenkadu Swetharanyeswarar temple is an extremely old temple where the main deity is known as Swetharanyeswarar, and His consort is referred to as Brahma Vidhyambigai. It is said that the God of Creation, Lord Brahma, along with Lord Indhra and His White Elephant, visited this temple and worshipped the deity. There is also another shrine dedicated to Lord Agora Moorthy, who is another form of Lord Shiva. Agora Moorthy is believed to have vanquished the demon Padmasuran.