Nallur Kandaswamy Temple and Visit to Nallai Aadheenam

The much awaited visit to Nallur Kandaswamy Temple took place in the early morning on Sunday March 17. The majestic Nallur is the epicenter of the Sri Lankan Hindu identity. No photos were allowed in the temple and watchful eyes made sure all rules were adhered to. Men do not wear upper garments, as is tradition. The temple's administration has a flawless discipline in punctuality, order and neatness together with a humble approach to the equality for worship. Whether a local pilgrim, a high-ranking official or an esteemed guru, all are treated the same here. Come on time and you can pray to Lord Muruga's Holy Vel in the inner sanctum. An Innersearch pilgrim's visit here with Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami can only be experienced to be known and will be held in reverence forever. After Nallur Temple, Innersearch pilgrims walked a small distance behind the Temple to pay homage to Nallai Addheenam and Sri La Sri Somasunthara Paramachariya Swamigal.

Innersearch pilgrims in front of Nallur Kandaswamy Temple

Pilgrims were briefed about the Teradi where Chellapaswami stayed and Rishi Thondunatha spoke about the next stop at Nallai Aadheenam

The Maha Vilvam next to the Teradi building

Nallur Kandaswamy Temple entrance in its glory

Here is where the epitome of Saivism and the worship of Lord Muruga is tuned-in from near and far

Chellapswami stayed at this teradi where the Temple Chariot is kept. Yogaswami\

s first encounter with his Guru happened nearby. As he walked along the road, Chellappaswami shouted loudly: \"Hey! Who are you? There is not one wrong thing! It is as it is! Who knows?\" '

Satguru Bodhinatha and the Innersearch pilgrims arrive to Nallur Kandaswamy Temple

Pilgrims offer coconut to shatter everything that might hinder their pilgrimage.

Amma Gnanasothy Santhirapala in action

Amma Leela Nair hit the spot

Bodhinatha gave the latest Hinduism Today Magazine and a newly printed copy of the Path to Siva in Tamil

Bodhinatha admiring the garland made by young devotees of the Aadheenam

Sri La Sri Somasunthara Paramachariya Swamigal

At the request of Sri La Sri Somasunthara Paramachariya Swamigal, the Yogis performed Siva Puja

After puja, pilgrims adjourned to the Peedam

Bodhinatha and the pilgrims were welcomed by Sri La Sri Somasunthara Paramachariya Swamigal

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