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Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple
An ancient Shiva temple on the banks of the Vaigai near Vadipatti, sung in the Thevaram hymns by the 7th-century saint Thirugnana Sambandar. Legend holds that Sambandar's palm-leaf manuscript floated upstream against the Vaigai's current, vindicating Saivism in a contest with the Jains. The presiding deity is worshipped as Edaganathar and the site is a revered Paadal Petra Sthalam.
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Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple
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Plan Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseThiruvedagam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThiruvedagam
DistrictMadurai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
An ancient Shiva temple on the banks of the Vaigai near Vadipatti, sung in the Thevaram hymns by the 7th-century saint Thirugnana Sambandar. Legend holds that Sambandar's palm-leaf manuscript floated upstream against the Vaigai's current, vindicating Saivism in a contest with the Jains. The presiding deity is worshipped as Edaganathar and the site is a revered Paadal Petra Sthalam.
Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple is planned from Thiruvedagam, one of the travel bases in Madurai district. Use Thiruvedagam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple
Vadipatti (~8 km); Madurai Junction (~25 km)
Combine with a Vaigai riverside stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruvedagam or nearby in Madurai, 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.
Distance by road
- Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)135 km
- Rameswaram170 km
- Kodaikanal115 km
- Coimbatore215 km
- Kanniyakumari240 km
Road km to Madurai; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple?
Base yourself in Thiruvedagam or nearby in Madurai, 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 Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Thiruvedagam Edaganathar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Nagamalai (9.9 km), Samanar Hills (11.1 km), Markandeswarar Temple (12.8 km), Koodal Azhagar Temple (15.7 km).
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