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Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur
A Shiva temple at Thirunaraiyur village in Kattumannarkoil taluk, where the deity is worshipped as Soundareswarar, or Soundaranathar. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams praised in the Tevaram hymns.
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Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur
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Plan Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur
Typetemple
Nearest baseThirunaraiyur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThirunaraiyur
DistrictCuddalore
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple at Thirunaraiyur village in Kattumannarkoil taluk, where the deity is worshipped as Soundareswarar, or Soundaranathar. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams praised in the Tevaram hymns.
Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur is planned from Thirunaraiyur, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Thirunaraiyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur — 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 Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur
In Kattumannarkoil taluk; nearest railway Chidambaram (~25 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~60 km) or Trichy TRZ (~115 km).
Rural temple; reached via Kattumannarkoil or Chidambaram.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirunaraiyur 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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Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur?
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 Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur?
Base yourself in Thirunaraiyur 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 Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur?
About an hour.
What else is near Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur?
Nearby you can pair Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur (4.7 km), Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil (6.0 km), Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur (6.4 km), Veeranam Lake (7.0 km).
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