The Pancha Bhoota Stalam refers to five temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, each representing one of the five prime elements of nature: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Space. These temples are located in South India—four in Tamil Nadu and one in Andhra Pradesh.
| Element | Temple Name | Location | Manifestation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earth (Prithvi) | Ekambareswarar Temple | Kanchipuram, TN | Shiva as a Lingam made of Sand. |
| Water (Appu) | Jambukeswarar Temple | Trichy, TN | An underground spring flows in the sanctum. |
| Fire (Agni) | Annamalaiyar Temple | Thiruvannamalai, TN | Shiva manifested as a column of fire. |
| Air (Vayu) | Kalahasteeswarar Temple | Srikalahasti, AP | A flickering lamp shows the presence of wind. |
| Space (Akasha) | Thillai Natarajar Temple | Chidambaram, TN | Represents the formless space (Akasha). |