The Jurahareswarar temple (also called Jvarahareswara temple) is located in the temple town of Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu, India. Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture, the temple is dedicated to Shiva, who is worshipped as Jurahareswarar. The temple is believed to have been built by Pallava King Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimhan) (r. 690–725 CE) in the early 8th century CE, with later contributions from Medieval Cholas. Another view states that the temple was built during the reign of Chola king Kulottunga III (1178–1218 CE). The temple is open from 6 am to 12 pm and 3pm to 8:30 pm. In modern times, the temple is maintained and administered by the Archaeological Survey of India. Legend As per Hindu legend, the austerities performed by a human in his previous births govern his current well being. Jurahareswarar is derived from Sanskrit word Jura (fever), Hara (save), Eswarar (Shiva), implying the nature of Shiva to heal diseases. The Deva, the celestial deities were troubled by Asura named Sura. The Devas wanted to seek the help of Shiva who was doing penance at that time. Considering the anger of Shiva, the Devas were sceptic to approach Shiva directly. They approached Brahma, through whom Shiva opened his third eye and provided fire. The heat of the fire resulted in Jura (fever) to the Devas. They started praying to Shiva. Pleased by their devotion, Shiva appeared as Jurahareswarar at this place. The Devas worshipped Shiva at this place and were purified by the waters of Jurahara Theertham. With the help of Shiva, they were able to win over the demon king. History and architecture As per one view, the temple was built by Pallava King Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimhan) (r. 690–725 CE). As per another view, the temple was built during the reign of Chola king Kulottunga III (1178–1218 CE) as made out from the lower stone part of the structure. The three-tiered gopuram is believed to be of a later addition. The temple has a semicircular sanctum, which is unique in the region. The temple has a rectangular plan and has a single shrine for Jurahaneswarar in the form of Lingam (an iconic form of Shiva). The shrine is built on an elevated plane. The sanctum is fronted by a covered rectangular ardhamandapa (prayer hall) and a mukhamandapa (entrance porch), which has eight carved pillars in the Pallava style. The lower plane has a small shrine