Nainativu
Nagapooshani Amman Temple, Srilanka
Nainativu Nagapooshani Amman Temple is an ancient and historic Hindu
temple dedicated to Goddess Sakthi and Lord Shiva, located
amidst the Palk Strait on the island of Nainativu
in Sri
Lanka. Presiding Deity is called as Rakshaseshwar / Nayinar and
Mother is called as Nagapooshani or Bhuvaneswari. The name of the island
alludes to the folklore inhabitants, the Naga people.
This Temple is considered as one
of the prominent 64 Shakti Peethas. Being one of the Shakti
Peethas of Hindu Mythology, this temple is one of the holiest
sites for devotees of the Shakti sect of Hinduism. The temple is a significant
symbol for the Tamil people, and has been mentioned since
antiquity in Tamil literature, such as Manimekalai,
Silapathikaram and Kundalakesi.
Legends
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History
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The Temple
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Temple Opening Time
The Temple remains open from
06.00 AM in the mornings till 06.00 PM in the evenings.
Worship Practices & Festivals
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Connectivity
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