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Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur
A roughly 1,000-year-old Shiva temple built in the Pandya period, one of five temples linked to the Pandava Bhima, who is said to have installed its lingam. It stands on the banks of the Thirumanimutharu, which joins the Cauvery near Velur, and is a rare site where temple, river and cremation ground occur together as at Kasi.
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Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur
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Practical guide
Plan Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur
Typetemple
Nearest baseMohanur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseMohanur
DistrictNamakkal
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A roughly 1,000-year-old Shiva temple built in the Pandya period, one of five temples linked to the Pandava Bhima, who is said to have installed its lingam. It stands on the banks of the Thirumanimutharu, which joins the Cauvery near Velur, and is a rare site where temple, river and cremation ground occur together as at Kasi.
Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur is planned from Mohanur, one of the travel bases in Namakkal district. Use Mohanur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur — at a glance
TimingsDaily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 4:00 PM-8:00 PM (timings vary)
Best timeOctober to March, during the cooler dry season
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur
At Paramathi-Velur on the Thirumanimutharu river, about 22 km from Namakkal. Nearest railway station Namakkal (~22 km); nearest airports Salem (SXV) ~70 km or Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~65 km.
Set on the Thirumanimutharu riverbank near its confluence with the Cauvery.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Mohanur or nearby in Namakkal, 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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Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 4:00 PM-8:00 PM (timings vary). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur?
Base yourself in Mohanur or nearby in Namakkal, 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 Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur?
About an hour.
What else is near Bhimeswarar Temple, Paramathi-Velur?
Nearby you can pair Paramathi Fort (3.8 km), Kandhamalai Murugan Temple, Mohanur (14.3 km), Ardhanareeswarar Temple (14.3 km), Namakkal Anjaneyar Temple (16.6 km).
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