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Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram
A 9th-century temple dedicated to Vishnu as Parthasarathy, established by the Ay king Karunandadakkan. Copper-plate inscriptions record that it was built with a salai, a Vedic boarding school supporting 95 students of the Taittiriya, Talavakara and Bhavishya Vedic branches. It stands as an important early religious and educational endowment of the region.
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Plan Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram
Typeheritage
Nearest baseMunchirai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseMunchirai
DistrictKanniyakumari
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A 9th-century temple dedicated to Vishnu as Parthasarathy, established by the Ay king Karunandadakkan. Copper-plate inscriptions record that it was built with a salai, a Vedic boarding school supporting 95 students of the Taittiriya, Talavakara and Bhavishya Vedic branches. It stands as an important early religious and educational endowment of the region.
Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram is planned from Munchirai, one of the travel bases in Kanniyakumari district. Use Munchirai for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram — at a glance
TimingsDaily 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram
About 8 km from Marthandam; nearest railway Kuzhithurai (~12 km) or Nagercoil Junction (~35 km); nearest airport Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) ~45 km.
A historic Vishnu temple notable for its ancient inscriptions; dress traditionally for entry.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Munchirai or nearby in Kanniyakumari, 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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Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram?
Base yourself in Munchirai or nearby in Kanniyakumari, 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 Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram?
About an hour.
What else is near Parthasarathy Temple, Parthivapuram?
Nearby you can pair Chitharal Jain Monuments (9.8 km), Lemur Beach (11.4 km), Adikesava Perumal Temple (12.1 km), St. Mary's Basilica, Mulagumoodu (13.0 km).
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