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Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam
A Shiva temple at Pennadam (Thiru Pennagadam) near Vriddhachalam, where the deity is worshipped as Pralaya Kaleeswarar, locally Sudarkozhundeeswarar. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams celebrated in the Tevaram hymns. The temple carries Chola-era inscriptions and stands on the banks of the Vellar River.
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Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam
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Plan Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam
Typetemple
Nearest basePennadam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/basePennadam
DistrictCuddalore
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple at Pennadam (Thiru Pennagadam) near Vriddhachalam, where the deity is worshipped as Pralaya Kaleeswarar, locally Sudarkozhundeeswarar. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams celebrated in the Tevaram hymns. The temple carries Chola-era inscriptions and stands on the banks of the Vellar River.
Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam is planned from Pennadam, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Pennadam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam — 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 Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam
In Pennadam town; nearest railway Vriddhachalam (~15 km); nearest airport Trichy TRZ (~110 km) or Puducherry (~75 km).
On the Vellar River; combine with Vriddhachalam-area temples.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Pennadam 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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Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam?
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 Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam?
Base yourself in Pennadam 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 Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam?
About an hour.
What else is near Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam?
Nearby you can pair Veerateeswarar Temple, Thiruvathigai (11.5 km), Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam (15.9 km), Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur (17.0 km), Bhu Varaha Swamy Temple, Srimushnam (17.8 km).
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