The temple was built in early Chola periods. Due to wars between Maraththa -French-British armies and Mogul invasions, the temple collapsed and vanished. But the Thirumaenis are available at the open yard itself. The Kings (Kulothunga I ? ) statue, Agathiar, Aai

Amar Selvar, Bairavar, and Big Lingothbavar statues are here without any damage. Agathiar after meeting Lord Muruga at Skantha Mathaanam Malai crossed the river and went to his aashramam. The Siva and Azmman idols have good vibration . One can feel this on meditation.