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    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.

    See also

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    • Heritage structures in Chennai
    • Religion in Chennai

    References

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

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