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Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai
A Shiva temple near the southern tip of Point Calimere among the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in the 7th-century Tevaram, where the deity is worshipped as Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) and the goddess as Anjanakshi. It is regarded as one of the southernmost of the Cauvery-delta Saiva shrines. Built in granite in the 10th century over an earlier structure, it has three prakarams and a five-tiered rajagopuram.
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Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai
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Plan Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai
Typetemple
Nearest baseKodiyakkarai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKodiyakkarai
DistrictNagapattinam
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple near the southern tip of Point Calimere among the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in the 7th-century Tevaram, where the deity is worshipped as Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) and the goddess as Anjanakshi. It is regarded as one of the southernmost of the Cauvery-delta Saiva shrines. Built in granite in the 10th century over an earlier structure, it has three prakarams and a five-tiered rajagopuram.
Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai is planned from Kodiyakkarai, one of the travel bases in Nagapattinam district. Use Kodiyakkarai for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, morning and evening; remote location so verify timings locally
Best timeNovember to February; pair with birdwatching at Point Calimere
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai
About 12 km south-east of Vedaranyam at Kodiyakkarai (Point Calimere); nearest railway station Vedaranyam; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) about 140 km
Remote coastal temple near the Point Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary; carry water and plan transport.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kodiyakkarai 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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Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, morning and evening; remote location so verify timings locally. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai?
Base yourself in Kodiyakkarai 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 Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai?
About an hour.
What else is near Kodi Kuzhagar (Amirthakadeswarar) Temple, Kodiyakkarai?
Nearby you can pair Point Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary (4.9 km), Point Calimere (Cape and Chola Lighthouse) (5.8 km), Agastheeswarar Temple, Agasthiyampalli (8.5 km), Vedaranyeswarar Temple (10.7 km).
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