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Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace)
This village near Panruti is revered as the birthplace of the 7th-century Saiva saint Thirunavukkarasar (Appar), one of the four principal Nayanmars. It has a Shiva temple and the Appar Madam commemorating the saint. Appar was among the composers of the Tevaram hymns central to Tamil Saivism.
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Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace)
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Plan Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace)
Typetemple
Nearest baseThiruvamur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThiruvamur
DistrictCuddalore
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
This village near Panruti is revered as the birthplace of the 7th-century Saiva saint Thirunavukkarasar (Appar), one of the four principal Nayanmars. It has a Shiva temple and the Appar Madam commemorating the saint. Appar was among the composers of the Tevaram hymns central to Tamil Saivism.
Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace) is planned from Thiruvamur, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Thiruvamur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace) — 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 Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace)
Near Panruti (~8 km); nearest railway Cuddalore (~30 km) or Vriddhachalam (~35 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~40 km) or Trichy TRZ (~120 km).
Small village shrine; ask locally for the Appar Madam.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruvamur 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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Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace)?
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 Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace)?
Base yourself in Thiruvamur 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 Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace)?
About an hour.
What else is near Thiruvamur Temple (Appar's birthplace)?
Nearby you can pair Vamanapureeswarar Temple, Thirumanikuzhi (14.7 km), Devanathaswamy Temple, Thiruvanthipuram (17.2 km), Patanjalinathar Temple, Thirukanattumullur (17.4 km), Neyveli Township & Lignite Mines (20.7 km).
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