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Sugavaneshwarar Temple, Salem
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The Sugavaneshwarar Temple, situated near the old bus stand of Salem, is one of the important pilgrimage sites of Salem. According to a legend, Sage Sugha Brahmarishi worshipped and performed penance at this place. This is one of the five Shiva temples built along the river Manimuthar. These five temple's main Shiva lingas are of Suyambu. There is a belief that worshiping the 5 temples in a single day will remove all the sins. Arunagirinathar also sang a song on Lord Muruga, at this temple. The interiors of this temple contain several historical monuments and a statuette of its main deity. According to a belief, it was constructed during the 13th century AD, by Mamannan Sundara Pandiyan. The main linga is in a slightly slanted position. Mother Swarnambikai is housed in a separate sanctum. This is one of the five temples with Swayambu lingams on the banks of Manimuthar River that were worshipped by Beema
