Velveeswarar Temple, Valasaravakkam

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Velveeswarar Temple
Religion
AffiliationHinduism
DistrictChennai
DeityLord (Shiva)
Location
LocationValasaravakkam
StateTamil Nadu
CountryIndia

Velveeswarar Temple, also known as Agasteeswarar Temple, is a Hindu temple in Chennai, India. Situated adjoining the Arcot Road in the neighbourhood of Valasaravakkam, the temple encloses a large pond and is dedicated to Shiva. The temple is of considerable antiquity and is believed to have been constructed by Kulothunga Chola I.

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  • "Mahasivaratri events". Arcot Road Times. 12 February 2012.
  • "Siva temple with ancient lineage". News Today. 23 September 2009.