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Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple
This Vishnu temple sits on the Vedagiri hill at Urachikottai, about 5 km from Bhavani on the western bank of the Cauvery, and is regarded as the first of five hills known as the Panchagiri. Dedicated to Varadaraja Perumal, the temple is believed to be more than 1,000 years old. The hill is dotted with Saiva and Vaishnava shrines and overlooks the river.
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Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple
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Plan Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple
Typeheritage
Nearest baseBhavani
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseBhavani
DistrictErode
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
This Vishnu temple sits on the Vedagiri hill at Urachikottai, about 5 km from Bhavani on the western bank of the Cauvery, and is regarded as the first of five hills known as the Panchagiri. Dedicated to Varadaraja Perumal, the temple is believed to be more than 1,000 years old. The hill is dotted with Saiva and Vaishnava shrines and overlooks the river.
Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple is planned from Bhavani, one of the travel bases in Erode district. Use Bhavani for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple
About 5 km from Bhavani; nearest railhead Bhavani Road (~6 km) or Erode Junction (~20 km); nearest airport Coimbatore (CJB) ~95 km
Involves a short hill climb to the shrines overlooking the Cauvery.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Bhavani or nearby in Erode, 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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Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple?
Base yourself in Bhavani or nearby in Erode, 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 Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple?
Nearby you can pair Bhavani Sangameswarar Temple (6.1 km), Kooduthurai Triveni Sangamam (6.2 km), Kasthuri Aranganathar Temple (15.9 km), Periya Mariamman Temple, Erode (16.0 km).
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