Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture, the temple is dedicated to Shiva, who is worshipped as Jurahareswarar.

Another view states that the temple was built during the reign of Chola king Kulottunga III (1178–1218 CE).

[1] As per one view, the temple was built by Pallava King Narasimhavarman II (Rajasimhan) (r. 690–725 CE).

[2] 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 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 temple rituals are performed four times a day; Ushathkalam at 6:00 a.m., Kalasanthi at 9:00 a.m., Uchikalam at 1:00 p.m., Sayarakshai at 5:00 p.m., and Ardha Jamam at 8:30 p.m. Each ritual comprises four steps: abhisheka (sacred bath), alangaram (decoration), neivethanam (food offering) and deepa aradanai (waving of lamps) for both Jurahreswarar.

The worship is held amidst religious instructions in the Vedas (sacred text) read by priests and prostration by worshippers in front of the temple mast.