Ayyavadi Pratyangira Devi Temple History

As per the Legends, Lord Vishnu took the ferocious form of Narasimha (Lion head and the human body) and killed the demon Hiranyakasyapa. Even after killing the demon, the anger was controlled and started roaming around the forests and hills causing huge damage. Devas prayed Lord Siva to control the anger of the Lord Narasimha. Lord Siva took the ferocious form of Sarabeswra with Lion face, Eagle wings, and Lion Body. Sakthi took the form of Pratyangira Devi, with Lion Head and Human body and joined with Sarabeswara in bringing Lord Narasimha to his original form.

It is said that Pandavas deposited their weapons in a tree and worshipped Goddess here. It is also said that Indrajit Son of Ravana, performed "Nigumbala Yagam", here to attain superpower to kill Rama. Knowing this Lakshmana (Brother of Rama) and Hanuman interrupted the Yaga.

Thirunaraiyur Sani Temple History

As per the Legends, King Dasrath was ruling the entire world. Once Sani had to pass Rohini star after staying in Krithika for some time. Rishi Vasishta and other Sages told Dasaratha to stop this transfer as it will bring Severe drought for every 12 years. King Dasaratha with his weapons went on his chariot to stop Sani. Dasaratha made several attempts to stop Sani but all his attempts went Vain. He requested Sani Bhagawan not to pass through Rohini Star for the sake of the world. Impressed Sani Bhagawan, granted his two requests and told Dasarath to take a bath at Thirunaraiyur Temple tank so that he would appear before him.  As instructed, Dasarath took the holy bath and offered prayers. Saneeswarar appeared before him and blessed him.

From them on Sani takes 30 years to go around Sun. It is said that Rama along with Anjaneya offered prayers at this temple on their way back to Ayodhya.