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Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur
A Shiva temple at Omampuliyur in Kattumannarkoil taluk, where the deity is worshipped as Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in the Tevaram hymns of the Nayanmars.
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Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur
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Plan Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur
Typetemple
Nearest baseOmampuliyur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseOmampuliyur
DistrictCuddalore
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple at Omampuliyur in Kattumannarkoil taluk, where the deity is worshipped as Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in the Tevaram hymns of the Nayanmars.
Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur is planned from Omampuliyur, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Omampuliyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur — 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 Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur
Near Kattumannarkoil (~8 km); nearest railway Chidambaram (~25 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~65 km) or Trichy TRZ (~110 km).
Rural temple; reached via Kattumannarkoil.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Omampuliyur 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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Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur?
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 Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur?
Base yourself in Omampuliyur 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 Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur?
About an hour.
What else is near Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur?
Nearby you can pair Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil (1.7 km), Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur (1.8 km), Mela Kadambur Amirthakadeswarar Temple (4.2 km), Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur (6.4 km).
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