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Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi
A Vishnu temple at Kallankurichi where the presiding deity Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal, popularly called Kaliyaperumal, is worshipped. Local tradition holds that the temple was built roughly five centuries ago by a cowherd at the spot of a post believed to hold miraculous powers, though the deity itself is considered far more ancient. It is one of the better-known Vaishnavite shrines of the district and lends its name to the limestone-rich locality around it.
Practical guide
Plan Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi
Typetemple
Nearest baseKallankurichi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKallankurichi
DistrictAriyalur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Vishnu temple at Kallankurichi where the presiding deity Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal, popularly called Kaliyaperumal, is worshipped. Local tradition holds that the temple was built roughly five centuries ago by a cowherd at the spot of a post believed to hold miraculous powers, though the deity itself is considered far more ancient. It is one of the better-known Vaishnavite shrines of the district and lends its name to the limestone-rich locality around it.
Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi is planned from Kallankurichi, one of the travel bases in Ariyalur district. Use Kallankurichi for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March (cooler, drier weather)
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi
About 10 km from Ariyalur town; nearest railway station Ariyalur (~10 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~60 km.
Active local Vaishnavite temple; timings may vary on festival days, so confirm before visiting.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kallankurichi or nearby in Ariyalur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi?
Base yourself in Kallankurichi or nearby in Ariyalur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi?
About an hour.
What else is near Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi?
Nearby you can pair Kallamedu Fossil Formation (4.3 km), Ariyalur (4.4 km), Pradakshineswarar Temple, Sripurandan (4.6 km), Kodandaramaswamy Temple, Ariyalur (4.7 km).
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- Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi:Sivakumarkrish · CC BY-SA 4.0