What to expect
Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli
A Shiva temple about 3 km from Vedaranyam that is one of the Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in the 7th-century Tevaram, with the presiding deity Agastiswara and the goddess Pakampiriyal Nayagi. The site is linked to worship by the sage Agastya, from whom the village takes its name. It carries Chola-period inscriptions of Raja Raja Chola I, Rajendra Chola and Kulothunga Chola.
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Plan Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli
Typetemple
Nearest baseAgasthiyampalli
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseAgasthiyampalli
DistrictNagapattinam
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple about 3 km from Vedaranyam that is one of the Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in the 7th-century Tevaram, with the presiding deity Agastiswara and the goddess Pakampiriyal Nayagi. The site is linked to worship by the sage Agastya, from whom the village takes its name. It carries Chola-period inscriptions of Raja Raja Chola I, Rajendra Chola and Kulothunga Chola.
Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli is planned from Agasthiyampalli, one of the travel bases in Nagapattinam district. Use Agasthiyampalli for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, morning and evening (approx. 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM)
Best timeNovember to February (cooler, dry season)
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli
About 3 km from Vedaranyam town; nearest railway station Vedaranyam (~4 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) about 140 km
Combine with a visit to Vedaranyam and the Point Calimere coast to the east.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Agasthiyampalli or nearby in Nagapattinam, 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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Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, morning and evening (approx. 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli?
Base yourself in Agasthiyampalli or nearby in Nagapattinam, 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 Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli?
About an hour.
What else is near Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli?
Nearby you can pair Vedaranyeswarar Temple (2.1 km), Point Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary (5.5 km), Point Calimere (Cape and Chola Lighthouse) (7.5 km), Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai (8.5 km).
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- Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli:Pa. Jambulingam via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0