TIRUCHENGODU TEMPLE - SATYAPADI

Now read the following for enlightenment. The scene of action takes us to Tiruchengodu hill temple, the seat of Lord Siva, where exists the Satyapadi - Step of Truth that exacted truth from the professional liars and made veracity shine in its full splendor. So verity enjoyed full life gaining weight and might. This yatra sthala is one of the ancient Saiva kshetras of unparalleled spiritual significance and legendary importance. 

According to sthalapurana, it is one of the five hills deemed exceedingly sacred, and here Lord Siva in the Ardhanareeswara form is demonstrating to the world that female is as important as male. Sri Sakthi is to be adored with great veneration. The hill also represents this universal truth exhibiting two colours - red and yellow. It is the scene of action, where Adisesha and Vayu tried their strength to proving their relative powers for superiority. There are mandapas here with exquisitely sculptured pillars bearing the carvings of those, who served and were liberated. Another special plus point it claims is a high platform with a stair of 60 steps called Satyapadi, means thereby, Step of Truth and deemed very potent. 

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