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Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur
A Shiva temple on the banks of the Thenpennai (South Pennar) river, counted among the eight Ashta Veeratta Sthalams marking Shiva's destruction of the demon Andhakasura. It is a Paadal Petra Sthalam glorified in the 7th-9th century Tevaram hymns and attributed to the Cholas.
Practical guide
Plan Veeratteswarar Temple, 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 Shiva temple on the banks of the Thenpennai (South Pennar) river, counted among the eight Ashta Veeratta Sthalams marking Shiva's destruction of the demon Andhakasura. It is a Paadal Petra Sthalam glorified in the 7th-9th century Tevaram hymns and attributed to the Cholas.
Veeratteswarar Temple, 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
Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM daily
Best timeOct-Feb
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur
Nearest railway: Villupuram Jn (VM) ~36 km or Vriddhachalam Jn ~52 km; nearest airport: Puducherry ~66 km or Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~130 km
Footwear off at entrance; easily paired with the Ulagalantha Perumal temple and Kabilar Kundru in the same town
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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Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Veeratteswarar Temple, 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 Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur?
About an hour.
What else is near Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur?
Nearby you can pair Kabilar Hillock (Kabilar Kundru), Thirukovilur (290 m), Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple (940 m), Atulya Nadheswarar Temple, Arakandanallur (1.1 km), Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur (2.6 km).
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