Thiru Anbil
Thiru Anbil is an ancient divya desha (one of the 108 Vaishnava temples) located 2 kms from Koviladi (a village 16kms from Srirangam). It is a temple of socio religious importance and also a classic example from the view point of view of location, regional architectural style and literature. A good body of literature has been developed around this temple.[1]
Introduction
Tradition associates the temple of Thiru Anbil with Manduka Maharshi and Durvasa Muni. However, the early history of the temple is lost in antiquity. One of the Vaishnava divya desha, this temple is glorified by Thirumazhisai Alwar in his hymns. [1]
Location
Thiru Anbil is about 20 kms from Trichirapalli and falls on the Tirichirapalli - Kumbakonam bus route. It is also accessible from the Lalgudi railway station.[1]
Legends
Talking of the legends associated with this Divya Kshetra, Prof. S. Narayanan says,
"Legend and history vie with each other in bringing out its sublime divinity and ethereal glory. The much hallowed kshetra is a treasure house for several puranas and myths."