What to expect
Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur)
A Shiva temple in Tirupunkur village, about 2 km from Vaitheeswaran Koil, counted among the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams and hymned by Appar, Sundarar and Sambandar. It is famous for its link to the Dalit Nayanar saint Nandanar: forbidden entry, he prayed from the gate and the temple's Nandi bull miraculously shifted aside so he could see the deity. The shrine also has a Rishabha Theertham tank said to have been created by Nandanar.
Practical guide
Plan Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur)
Typetemple
Nearest baseTirupunkur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseTirupunkur
DistrictMayiladuthurai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple in Tirupunkur village, about 2 km from Vaitheeswaran Koil, counted among the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams and hymned by Appar, Sundarar and Sambandar. It is famous for its link to the Dalit Nayanar saint Nandanar: forbidden entry, he prayed from the gate and the temple's Nandi bull miraculously shifted aside so he could see the deity. The shrine also has a Rishabha Theertham tank said to have been created by Nandanar.
Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur) is planned from Tirupunkur, one of the travel bases in Mayiladuthurai district. Use Tirupunkur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur) — at a glance
TimingsTypically 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober-March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur)
About 2 km from Vaitheeswaran Koil; nearest railway Sirkazhi (~10 km) or Mayiladuthurai Jn (~18 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~150 km
The offset Nandi associated with saint Nandanar is the temple's signature draw.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Tirupunkur or nearby in Mayiladuthurai, 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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templeThiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple) 6.7 km · ~17 min by auto
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Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur)?
Entry: Free. Timings: Typically 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur)?
Base yourself in Tirupunkur or nearby in Mayiladuthurai, 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 Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur)?
About an hour.
What else is near Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur)?
Nearby you can pair Sattainathar Temple, Sirkazhi (850 m), Vaitheeswaran Koil (5.5 km), Thiruvali-Thirunagari Divya Desam (Lakshmi Narasimhar/Azhagiyasingar Temple) (6.7 km), Thirunangur Vaishnava Divya Desams (Eleven Temples) (6.8 km).
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- Sivalokanathar Temple, Tirupunkur (Thiruppungur):Pa. Jambulingam, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0