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Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam
Ancient Shiva temple (Pazhamalai Nadhar) on the banks of the Manimutharu river, part of a series built by Chola queen Sembiyan Mahadevi, with Chola-era inscriptions and a reputedly ancient vanni tree.
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Plan Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam
Typetemple
Nearest baseVirudhachalam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseVirudhachalam
DistrictCuddalore
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
Ancient Shiva temple (Pazhamalai Nadhar) on the banks of the Manimutharu river, part of a series built by Chola queen Sembiyan Mahadevi, with Chola-era inscriptions and a reputedly ancient vanni tree.
Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam is planned from Virudhachalam, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Virudhachalam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeNov-Feb
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam
Virudhachalam Jn railway station ~2 km
One of the larger temple complexes in the district; visit around festival dates for special processions.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Virudhachalam 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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Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam?
Base yourself in Virudhachalam 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 Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam?
About an hour.
What else is near Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam?
Nearby you can pair Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur (1.2 km), Veerateeswarar Temple, Thiruvathigai (6.6 km), Bhu Varaha Swamy Temple, Srimushnam (15.7 km), Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam (15.9 km).
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- Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam:Shashwath T.R. · CC BY-SA 3.0