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Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur
A Divya Desam dedicated to Vishnu in his Vamana-Trivikrama (world-measuring) form, praised by the Alvar saints and referenced in Sangam-era Tamil literature. Its eleven-tiered rajagopuram rises about 192 ft (59 m), the third tallest temple tower in Tamil Nadu after Srirangam and Thiruvannamalai.
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Plan Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur
Typetemple
Nearest baseTirukoilur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseTirukoilur
DistrictKallakurichi
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Divya Desam dedicated to Vishnu in his Vamana-Trivikrama (world-measuring) form, praised by the Alvar saints and referenced in Sangam-era Tamil literature. Its eleven-tiered rajagopuram rises about 192 ft (59 m), the third tallest temple tower in Tamil Nadu after Srirangam and Thiruvannamalai.
Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur is planned from Tirukoilur, one of the travel bases in Kallakurichi district. Use Tirukoilur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM daily
Best timeOct-Feb; festival season draws peak crowds
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur
Nearest railway: Villupuram Jn (VM) ~35 km or Vriddhachalam Jn ~50 km; nearest airport: Puducherry ~65 km or Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~130 km
Footwear off at entrance; the towering rajagopuram is best viewed from the outer approach; busiest during the Brahmotsavam festival
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Tirukoilur or nearby in Kallakurichi, 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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Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur?
Base yourself in Tirukoilur or nearby in Kallakurichi, 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 Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur?
About an hour.
What else is near Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur?
Nearby you can pair Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple (1.8 km), Kabilar Hillock (Kabilar Kundru), Thirukovilur (2.5 km), Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur (2.6 km), Atulya Nadheswarar Temple, Arakandanallur (3.5 km).
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