Temple History

Sri Agasthiyar Lopamudra Temple situated at Kalyana Theertham above the Agasthiyar Falls, Papanasam on the banks of river Thaamirabarani from Tirunelveli, the Capital of the District in the Indian State of Tamilnadu. It falls under the Ambasamudram Taluk. Sri Agathiyar Rishi received the Darshan of Lord Shiva & Parvathi on this location hence it is called as "Kalayana Theertham".

December 2011, Dr. K. Ravikumar from USA visited Kalyana Theertham. He was informed that there was a statue of Sri Agasthiyar on the peetam which was washed away during 1992 flood. The moment he heard, felt an unique vibration on him. He went to meditation and the divine informed him to install Sri Agasthiyar & Lopamudra vigrahams.

Immediately he shared this experience with Mr S. Santhanakrishnan who is the Sthapathy ( Temple Architect ) for Rajagopuram construction in Parashakthi temple, Michigan, USA. Without any hesitation Mr.Santhanakrishnan came forward to help to start this temple Project. He created beautiful vigrahams of Sri Agasthiyar & Lopamudra and also including the temple project design. Sthapathy Mr. Ramesh who is a main coordinator and helping from the beginning of this temple project.

Dr. M. Murugesan, Chairman Nammakal South India Transport, helped us to get the permission from the The Hindu Religious & Charitable Endowments Department to construct this temple. On October 28th 2012 Prana Prathishta of Sri Agasthiyar & Lopamudra vigrahams are done.

It is an upcoming, small, spiritually powerful and beautiful temple. To build this temple, except water every thing need to be carried to top which came out a very challenging one. With the blessings of Sri Agathiyar & Lopamudra to carry every single carved stone through narrow path came out success. Before to start the construction and Installation Dr. K. Ravikumar traveled to Manimahesh Kailash in Himachal Pradesh, Badrinath, Mukthinath in Nepal, Haridwar - River Ganges , Madurai Meenakshi temple, etc. Carried the Yantram and brought theertham / Holly water for the installation ceremony.

Dr G Krishnakumar MD, FRCP, Spiritual Director, President of Sri Parashakthi temple, Michigan, USA did the prayer before the vigrahams are sent for installation.

Sri Thavathiru Rangaraja Desiga Swamigal, Ongarakudil, Thuraiur, India Blessed Dr.K.Ravikumar to build this temple successfully.

Sri Agathiyar Temple Project Design

My sincere thanks to all of you for your generous & continuous support. Now, please spread this web site around the globe to as many devotees as possible to,

• Raise the awareness of Sri Agathiyar & Lopamamudra around the globe.
• Connect more devotees to this Temple to receive the blessings from Maha Rishi Sri Agathiyar & Lopamamudra.
• Receive more support and help for the upcoming construction especially financial support.
• Invite your friends and families to visit this beautiful place, temple, and near by other temples.
• The more you share, the more you receive the blessings from Maha Rishi Sri Agathiyar & Lopamamudra.

If you have any question and any one want to donate the money please contact me then I will give more information. I look forward to hear from you as soon as possible and appreciate your acknowledgement. Thank you.

Temple Founder - Dr. K. Ravikumar

Dr K Ravikumar ( Sri Sarvendra- spiritual name ) Donor & organizer of Sri Agathiyar Lopamudra temple, Kalyana Theertham, India . Born in India and raised spiritually by his grandparents and parents. After completing his Medical graduation in Chennai, India, migrated to the USA.. Worked in various departments in Medical fields in USA. Dedicated to raise the Awarenes of Sri Parashakthi, Sri Agathiyar and Lopamudra.

Received Shiva Diksha 1990 on Karthikai Deepam at Thiruvannamalai, India.

Since 1996 till today as an Executive committee member as well as volunteer of Sri Prashakthi temple, Pontiac, Michigan, USA, participated in this temple construction and conducted various fund raising programs.

During 1997 worshiped Madurai Meenakshi Amman for six months at Madurai, India and learned Astrology. Though he did not learn Carnatik music, with blessings of Sri Parashakthi completed learning of all the Navagraha Kirthanas in 1999.

On his Birthday June 23rd 2005 blessed with the Priceless Sri Vidya Mantra Diksha by Srilasri Chaitanyananda Natha Saraswati, founder and peetadhipati of the Sri Rajarajeswari Temple, Rush, NY, USA. December 2006, Sri Karunamrutham (Subbarao Kompella) of Devipuram, Vishakapatnam, India, taught him complete Sri Vidya pooja worship.

Dr K Ravikumar went many pilgrimage tours from Kanyakumari to Himalayas- Haridwar,Rishikesh, Gangothri, Yamunothri, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Manimahaesh Kailash, Manasarovar, Mount Kailash. Kathmandu, Mukthinath-Nepaal etc.

2006 to 2009 Learned various types of meditation and Yoga.

Year 2011 he supported fund raising in Sri Someswara temple, North Carolina, USA. January 2012 he conducted Fund raising event in Murugan temple of North Aamerica, Maryland, USA for Rajagopuram construction.

During the construction of Sri Parashakthi temple,including the Rajagopuram, MI, USA and Sri Someshwara temple, NC, USA, participated in instillation of around 600 different deities.

2015- Nepal Earthquake Relief- Public Fund raising.

Helped around 500 families after the earthquake.

Built a house for a family of 6.

Supported the Mirackle baby " Sonish " who recovered after 24 hours from the rubble, took care of his family, supplied essential commodities for a year and visited in person during the 2016. Still continue to monitor this baby as well as many other families.

2015-Chennai Flood Relief- Public fund Raising.

Supplied food and essential commodities for 250 families.

2016- Distributed essential commodities to 100 children & their families of SMDPVC high school, Chennai.

2017- With support from Padmashri Dr Mohankameshwaran, conducted free ENT screening camp in SMDPVC high school, Chennai, India. Did Homam for Sri Ganapathy, 18 Siiddhars, and Sri Prathyangira Devi, to protect, heal and provide essential support to all afflicted people.

2018- Gaja storm Relief- Public Fund Raising.
Phase 1, Supplied food and essential commodities to around 150 people.
Phase 2, Donated Tarpaulins to 250 families.
Phase 3, Donated Solar & Electric powered LED lantern lights to 500 families.
Phase 4, Supported financially two families to rebuild their house.
Gave picture of Sri Parashakthi on one side and the other side with Sri Agasthiyar & Lopamudra to around 1500 families.
Phase 5, Conducted Homam for Sri Ganapathy, 18 Siiddhars, and Sri Prathyangira Devi, to protect, heal and provide essential support to all afflicted people during the storm.

These prayers were conducted in two locations one in Pudukottai and the other in Vedaranyam district. In each locations around 250 people participated. They also received food after the prayers.

Totally we were able to reach around 2000 people who were in desperate need of help.

Our volunteers gave the service to the people of Thanjavur, Thiruvarur, Pudukottai and Nagapattinam districts of TamilNadu.

Continues to serve with the guidance of Sri Parashakthi, Agasthiyar & Lopamudra.

Sri Parashakthi Bless All.

Temple Architect - Sthapati Santhana Krishnan

Sthapati Santhana Krishnan, was born into a family deeply committed to the practice of Vastu, architecture in harmony with nature. Following in his father’s footsteps, Santhana Krishnan received a Bachelor’s degree in temple architecture from The College of Architecture and Sculpture in Mamallapuram and an M.A., M.Phil in Sanskrit Language from Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda College, in Chennai.

While in college, Santhana Krishnan was given the opportunity to gain further experience under the expert tutelage of Ganapati Sthapati, considered a respected master of Vastu. During this time he researched and translated ancient texts and scriptures relating to Vastu and language, including the 108 Upanishads. He has written and presented numerous papers which have gained appreciation among scholars.

Currently, Sthapati Krishnan is translating Mayan’s Pranava Veda from Tamil to English. He conducts classes for the International Institute of Mayonic Science and Technology, in Chennai and is on the faculty of American University of Mayonic Science and Technology, in the US.

Sthapati Krishnan has made a significant contribution to Mayonic architecture under the guidance of his mentor, Dr. Ganapati Sthapati. His primary focus is stone architecture with a highlight being in the marking of ten elephants at Saint Thiruvalluvar Statue, which stands in the sea in Kanyakumari. Another major project is the Gurunathar Temple at Reddiapatti, a stone temple renovation project constructed primarily in cement and steel. As a result of this project, he was awarded the title of “Sirpa Kalai Arasan” for his tremendous contribution.

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Temple Direction

Sri Agasthiyar Lopamudra Temple situated at Kalyana Theertham above the Agasthiyar Falls, Papanasam on the banks of river Thaamirabarani from Tirunelveli, the Capital of the District in the Indian State of Tamilnadu. It falls under the Ambasamudram Taluk. Timings : 6am to 6pm.

By Bus: From all Major cities Bus available to Tirunelveli. From Tirunelveli Main bus stand, Every 15 minutes Bus available to Papansasam. Get down Last Stop(Bus Depot) and catch Auto to Reach Agasthiyar Temple. (Wait sometime and get some people to share the auto fare otherwise you must pay (Rs.125 to Rs.150)

By Train: Connect to Tirunelveli and catch the bus to Papanasam from the Junction Bus stand. But bus is not frequently from here. So go to Main bus stand and catch the bus. From Tirunelveli Main bus stand, Every 15 minutes Bus available to Papansasam. Get down Last Stop(Bus Depot) and catch Auto to Reach Agasthiyar Temple. (Wait sometime and get some people to share the auto fare otherwise you must pay (Rs.125 to Rs.150) By Air: Connect to Tuticorin (45 Km to Tirunelveli) or Madurai (140 to Tirunelveli) and Reach to Tirunelveli. From Tirunelveli Main bus stand, Every 15 minutes Bus available to Papansasam. Get down Last Stop(Bus Depot) and catch Auto to Reach Agasthiyar Temple. (Wait sometime and get some people to share the auto fare otherwise u must pay (Rs.125 to Rs.150)

Sometime you will get the bus to Karaiyar or Servalaar, if you got this bus, you can ask the ticket to Agasthiyar Falls and request the conductor to stop the Bus at 2nd Stop of Agasthiyar Falls. From here you can reach Agasthiyar temple Area with in 10 minutes.

Star type rooms available in Tirunelveli only. Normal rooms available in Papanasam (near Lord Sivan Temple)