Ratnagiri Temple

Ratnagiri Temple


Location: Vellore in Tamil Nadu

Origin: This temple was built in the 14th century, by Arunagiri Nathar.

Literary Evidence:

The 14th Century poet Arunagirinathar has sung about this temple as Rathinakiri Vazh Murukane Ilaya Vaaramarar Perumaley', which means 'Murugan, the God of Devas resides in Rathinagiri'.

Deities of the temple :

1) Vinayagar Sannidhi

2) Arumugaswamy & Urchavar Sannidhi

3) Balamurugan Sannidhi (main deity)

Festivals :

Adi kiruthigai kavadi (June – July)

Thai kiruthigai kavadi (January)

Thai Poosam (January)

Karthigai deepam(November – December)

Latcha deepam.