Sirkazhi Sattanathar Temple is one of the famous temples in Tamil Nadu of South India. This temple stands to the pride of the teeming millions and is visited by them, all round the year. The temple is constructed with five circumbulating walls that are mainly placed for the pilgrims to move about and gain the blessings of God.According to legend, Lord Shiva is said to have carried the 64 arts with him in a raft, in this shrine, hence the name Toniappar, and Tonipuram. Bhramma is believed to have worshipped Shiva here, hence the name Bhrammapureeswarar.. Bhairavar or Sattainathar(who is said to have quelled the arrogance of Trivikramar, after his having shown his dominance over the three worlds) is worshipped each Friday night.The Sirkazhi Sattanathar Temple is well known because of the fact that Sirkazhi Govingarajan emerged from here and the temple is presently under the supervision of the Dharumpura Adhinam. The temple consists of a number of Shiva Shrines. There are 3 shrines of Lord Shiva at the temple and the Shaivites find this place a very suitable one for offering sacrifices.