This Temple is situated in Thirumalpur which falls under the newly formed Ranipettai District. The Presiding Deity of this Temple is Lord Manikandeshwarar,, an incarnation of Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva is found in the form of a self manifested Swayambhu Lingam facing East direction. Lord Manikandeswarar is also known as Lord Maalvanangeeswar by the local people. Lord Manikandeswarar's Consort Goddess Anjanakshi Ambal is also known as Karunai Nayaki here in this Temple. Sthala Viruksham of this Temple is Vilvam Tree. This Temple was initially called as Thirumaarperu in Tamil and Harichakkrapuram in Sanskrit. This Temple draws lots of Devotees from far and near during 10 days Utsavams in Maasi Tamil month. This Temple has Subshrines for Lords Irattai Pillaiyar, Chidambareswarar, Somaskandar, Subramanyar, Chandikeswarar, Natarajar and Goddesses Gaja Lakshmi and Pancha Maathars. The name Thirumaalpur is derived since Lord Vishnu is said to have worshiped Lord Shiva in this Temple. The Unique Factor of this Temple is that Devotees can get the  Blessings of both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu simultaneously under a single roof. The Idol of Lord Vishnu is placed exaclty opposite to the Presiding Deity in a  Praying Posture. The Temple has a Sacred Tank called as Chakkara Theertham situated just opposite to it. It's believed that Rajaraja Chola I worked very hard in building this Temple. This Temple dates back to 985 CE. Sundarachola Stone Scripture were found here and it was renovated in 1937.

Temple Timing: 6 A.M to 12 noon and 4 P.M to 9 P.M

Temple Phone Number: 04177-248220, 93454 49339

Distance from Chennai to Tirumalpur 80 Kms