Sri Garbharakshambigai Temple, Thirukarukavur
Thirukkarugavur, Tamil Nadu
Arulmigu Mullaivananatha Swamy Temple at Thirukkarugavur, Thanjavur district, is listed by Tamil Nadu HR&CE (TM014056) and is widely known for the Garbharakshambigai Ambal shrine.
Traditional associations
Relationships & Family
Traditionally associated with prayers at the Garbharakshambigai shrine by devotees seeking blessings related to childbirth and family.
Documented by Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, Government of Tamil Nadu.
Family & Fertility
Traditionally associated with prayers at the Garbharakshambigai shrine by devotees seeking blessings related to conception, childbirth, and starting a family.
Documented by Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, Government of Tamil Nadu.
Alignment reflects tradition and belief — not outcomes or guarantees.
Temple details
- About this temple
HR&CE records Swami, Vinayagar, and Nandi as swayambu, with Punugu Sattam on Valarpirai Pradosham and no regular abhishekam for Swamy. The overview names the Ambal as Karugatha Nayaki / Garbaratchambigai and describes ghee-related worship at the Ambal sannidhi. HR&CE also records the shrine as a place of prayer associated with childless devotees. This catalog entry records that traditional association without presenting medical claims or guaranteed outcomes.
- Deity
Mullaivananathar (Shiva) and Garbharakshambigai (Karugatha Nayaki)
- Temple type
Shaiva temple
- Festivals
- Valarpirai Pradosham (Punugu Sattam)
- Managed by
Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department, Government of Tamil Nadu
Location
Thirukkarugavur, Tamil Nadu, India