The temple is more than 1000 years old and is associated with legends of the Mahabharata.

The temple is associated with a triumphal arch over the road.

The temple is also associated with Jambuvantha of the Ramayana.

A modest temple may have been associated with the larger villages.

The main temple is associated with Hanuman, and contains an idol to the deity.

Traditionally, the temple (especially during the Bharani festival) has been associated with animal sacrifices.

This temple is associated with the heroes and heroines of Vadakkanpattu.

The temples is also associated with legends of the sage Arunagirinathar.

The temple is also associated with the life of Thiruneelakanta Nayanar.

The temple is associated with the hermitage of the sage Bharadwaja.