Kanjanur Sukran Temple, Located in the village of Kanjanur, 18 kms from the city of Kumbakonam, Tamilnadu Kanjanur Sukran Temple (also known as Agneeswarar Temple) is a Hindu Temple dedicated to Sukra (celestial deity- Venus). However, the presiding deity of the shrine is Lord Shiva in the form of Agniswarar. The temple has been established with the common belief that Lord Shiva is all-pervading and that Venus (Sukra deity) is located within the stomach of Lord Shiva. Built during the times of medieval Cholas, the temple boasts of striking architectural finesse with a five tiered gopuram and two precincts. The construction of the shrine is believed to have been completed during the Vijayanagar Period and ever since, it is known by different names including Palaasavanam, Brahmapuri, Agnistalam and Neelakudi.

Besides Lord Shiva enshrining the temple, there is also housed a spacious shrine for Goddess Parvathy in addition to several deities Maanakkanjaarar, Nayanmaar and Kalikkaamar. The village of Kanjanur is popular for being one of the nine Navagraha sthalas in the Cauvery Delhi region dedicated to Venus and called Sukra. Unlike the other temples of its kind, Kajanur Sukran depicts a Shiva Linga to depict the Agniswarar.

The deity in this temple is so significant that the curses of celestial Gods called Devas and also the God of creation Lord Brahma have got relieved after worshipping Lord Agneeswarar. Lord Agneeswarar blesses his devotees along with his consort Goddess Karpagambal.

This temple is one of the Navagraha Temples where Lord Sukran is worshipped. Sukran is the symbol of prosperity and happiness. Devotees throng this temple throughout the year to worship Lord Sukran. They offer white colored clothes and white colored flowers and pray to the God to protect them from the planetary transitions.

Shukra also known as Venus is one of the most powerful planets in Astrology. It is considered as a symbol of love, passion and wealth. Shukradosham has malefic effects on one and hence it is very vital to remove the same. Shukradosham causes various kinds of problems in one's life like serious ailments, eye problems and difficulties in relationship. This causes catastrophe in one's life. However, there are certain pooja's and rituals which can be performed to please Shukra. Shukra is ruled by the Lord Shakti who is considered as the conqueror of Fridays. Hence, it is recommended to have fasts on Fridays to curb the effects of Venus on one's life. Shakti bestows the devotees with happiness,

Shukra is governed by Shakti or Goddess Lakshmi. Hence, one who performs this puja with all devotion and dedication are bestowed with happiness, health and wealth. Other health issues such as eye ailments, skin problems and indigestion are also solved by the blessings of the Lord. One is completely relieved of the Shukrandoshas by keeping fast on Fridays. Further, Goddess Lakshmi showers her blessings and helps to remove all the obstacles from one's life, paving the path for a peaceful and happy life.