Recorded

History

Known historical records speak volumes of the pious intentions and dedicated involvement of the Cholas, Pandiyas and Pallavas.

• Recorded history is provided mostly in inscriptions on the ramparts of the temple and in copper plates presently kept with the archeological department.

• Except for a few phrases in 'prakrith' or 'grantha' the script adopted is chaste Tamil of yester years.

The inscriptions date back to 13th century AD. Before this date in the 9th century AD itself,   NANDIVARMAN  III of Pallava dynasty has been credited with spending huge money on structures and maintainence. 

• It was in this period - 9^th to 13th centuries - the temple saw its ups and downs.

• Sundara Pandian (1350 AD) created many endowments and undertook large- scale renovation.

• The influence of the PALLAVAS and CHOLAS is found unmistakably stamped on the earlier architectural styles of the Prakarams (corridors) and Gopurams (towers).

• The VIJAYANAGAR Kings also had on their part lent their glorious architectural contribution to the temple structure and administration of the temple funds and poojas.