Shiva temples are Hindu temples with shrines of Shiva, one of Hinduism's principal deities. It is estimated that there are over 260 Shiva temples in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
The Pancha Bhuta Sthalam are temples which embody the manifestation of the five elements: land, water, air, sky, and fire.
Pancha Sabhai are the five temples where Shiva is believed to have performed the Cosmic Dance.
The Paadal Petra Sthalam temples are revered in the Tamil Tevaram, which includes the works of the seventh- to ninth-century Nalvar poets Thirunavukarasar, Sambandar and Sundarar.
The Lord Malligarjuna Swamy Temple is in Kondarangi Keeranur, Dindigul district.
These nine Shiva temples are on the Thamirabarani River near Tirunelveli: