About Sri Siddheswari Peetham
A sacred sanctuary established in 1936, dedicated to preserving ancient Vedic traditions and spiritual wisdom in the heart of Courtallam's divine landscape.
H.H Sri Siddheswarananda Bharati Swami
Sacred Foundation
Sri Siddheswari Peetham was established in 1936 at Courtallam, in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, by H.H Sri Siva Chidananda Saraswathi Swamiji, revered as Sri Mouna Swamy.
Born as Pitchaiah in 1868, he embraced the path of renunciation in December 1906, receiving sanyasaashrama from Sri Atchuthananda Saraswathi. His profound vow of silence earned him the name "Mouna Swamy."
The ashram was built on January 17, 1914, and the sacred idol of Sri Siddheswari Devi (Raja Rajeswari Devi) was installed on October 3, 1916, marking the beginning of this divine sanctuary.
Sacred Location
Nestled in Courtallam, known as Agasthya Kshethram, famous for its healing waterfalls and natural beauty.
Vedic Traditions
Following the ancient traditions of Sri Adi Shankaracharya, preserving higher knowledge and Veda Dharma.
Natural Healing
Best visited during southwest monsoon (June-September) for the full experience of nature's medicinal herbs.
Guru Parampara
H.H Sri Siva Chidananda Saraswathi Swamiji
Founder (Mouna Swamy)
1868-1936
H.H Sri Vimalananda Bharati Swamy
Second Peethadhipathi
1936-1965
H.H Sri Trivikrama Ramananda Bharati Swamy
Third Peethadhipathi
1965-1985
H.H Sri Siva Chidananda Bharati Swamy
Fourth Peethadhipathi
1985-2010
H.H Sri Siddheswarananda Bharati Swami
Present Peethadhipathi
2010-Present
Presiding Deity
Sri Raja Rajeshwari Devi
(Sri Siddheswari Devi)
The divine mother goddess, installed with great reverence on October 3, 1916, continues to bless devotees with her infinite grace and compassion, making this peetham a beacon of spiritual light.