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Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil
An ancient Vishnu temple on the banks of Veeranam Lake, granted by Chola king Parantaka I in the 10th century to Vedic scholars. It is revered in Srivaishnavism as the birthplace of the 9th-century acharya Nathamuni, who collected and compiled the 4,000 hymns of the Divya Prabandham. Later renovations were carried out by the Pandya king Sadayavarman Sundara Pandyan in the 13th century.
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Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil
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Plan Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil
Typetemple
Nearest baseKattumannarkoil
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKattumannarkoil
DistrictCuddalore
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
An ancient Vishnu temple on the banks of Veeranam Lake, granted by Chola king Parantaka I in the 10th century to Vedic scholars. It is revered in Srivaishnavism as the birthplace of the 9th-century acharya Nathamuni, who collected and compiled the 4,000 hymns of the Divya Prabandham. Later renovations were carried out by the Pandya king Sadayavarman Sundara Pandyan in the 13th century.
Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil is planned from Kattumannarkoil, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Kattumannarkoil for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 to 8:00 PM
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil
In Kattumannarkoil town; nearest railway Chidambaram (~25 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~65 km) or Trichy TRZ (~110 km).
Pair with a stop at nearby Veeranam Lake.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kattumannarkoil or nearby in Cuddalore, 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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Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil?
Base yourself in Kattumannarkoil or nearby in Cuddalore, 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 Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil?
About an hour.
What else is near Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil?
Nearby you can pair Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur (1.7 km), Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur (2.1 km), Mela Kadambur Amirthakadeswarar Temple (5.1 km), Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur (6.0 km).
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