Agniswarar (Agneeswarar) Temple, Kanjanur - Sukran Temple

One of the nine Navagraha Temples, this temple is associated with lord Sukran (Venus). It was here, when Lord Vishnu worshipped lord Shiva to get out of the curse, imposed by Asuraguru Sukracharya. There is no separate shrine for Sukran as anyone can expect, as the lord Shiva here behaves as the planet. Since Agni (Fire) gets the blessings of the lord, he is called ‘Agneeswarar’. The historical names of this place are Palasavanam, Parasara Puram, Brahmapuri, Agnipuram, Kamsapuram etc. Devotees believe that worshipping lord Shiva here will bless them with wealth and prosperity. Those seeking cure for mental disorders and diseases like anaemia can also worship lord Shiva here. This is a famous ‘parihara sthalam’ for those suffering from the adverse effects of planet Sukran.