Elambayamkottur is one of sacred sites where Lord Shiva executed the Tripura Samhara, a significant event involving three formidable demons - Vidyunmali, Tharukaksha, and Kamlaksha, who resided in three impregnable moving cities or forts collectively known as Tripura, constructed from gold, silver, and iron, respectively. These malevolent demons wreaked havoc across the universe, causing distress to the celestial beings known as Devas. Overwhelmed by the torment inflicted upon them, the Devas sought the intervention of Lord Shiva to rid them of this menace. In response to their plea, a celestial chariot was crafted, with the four Vedas as four horses, Lord Brahma assuming the role of the charioteer, the sun and moon serving as the right and left wheels, respectively, and various other worldly creatures adorning the chariot and forming the army. When Lord Shiva prepared to depart by mounting the chariot, an unexpected incident occurred. Vinayaka broke the axle of the chariot because the devas, who were accompanying Lord Shiva, had failed to worship Vinayaka before their departure. This act of overlooking Vinayaka, the remover of obstacles, caused the chariot to tilt and destabilize. In this moment of crisis, Mahavishnu, swiftly intervened and held the chariot to prevent it from falling down, but Shiva's precious necklace fell from the imbalanced chariot. At the exact spot where the necklace landed, a divine manifestation occurred, giving rise to a Shiva Linga. This sacred temple stands as a testament to this extraordinary event. The presiding deity of this temple came to be known as Devanadeswarar, which translates to "the Lord who led the army of Devas." This title was bestowed upon Him because He played a pivotal role in the Tripura Samharam, the destruction of the three fortresses of the demons. Additionally, Ramba, the queen of the celestial nymphs known as Apsaras, also worshipped the Lord of this place. She offered her prayers with utmost devotion, seeking eternal youth and beauty. As a result of her sincere worship, the deity acquired the name Arambeswarar, signifying the Lord who was worshipped by Ramba and the place itself came to be known as Rambaikottur. However, as the years passed, the name of the place gradually transformed to Elambyankottur, and eventually, it became known as Elumiyankottur. Despite the changes in nomenclature, the significance of this sacred site remains intact, serving as a reminder of the divine events that unfolded during the Tripura Samhara and the unwavering devotion of both the devas and Ramba.

See also - Other Paadal Petra Shivasthalam associated with Tripura Samhara - 1) Tiruvathigai, 2) Tiruvirkolam, 3) Achirupakkam