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Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai)
The 'formless' Shiva temple at Tirupperunturai, home of the saint Manikkavachakar and the Thiruvasagam, renowned for extraordinarily fine stone carving and having no lingam/Nandi in the usual form.
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Plan Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai)
Typetemple
Nearest baseThirumayam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThirumayam
DistrictPudukkottai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
The 'formless' Shiva temple at Tirupperunturai, home of the saint Manikkavachakar and the Thiruvasagam, renowned for extraordinarily fine stone carving and having no lingam/Nandi in the usual form.
Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai) is planned from Thirumayam, one of the travel bases in Pudukkottai district. Use Thirumayam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai) — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM (approx)
Best timeOct-Feb (plains hot Mar-Jun)
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai)
Nearest railway Aranthangi ~20 km or Pudukkottai (PDKT) ~48 km; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~75 km
Footwear off before entering; look for the carved stone 'rope and rafter' ceiling work, a signature feature.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirumayam or nearby in Pudukkottai, 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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Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai)?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM (approx). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai)?
Base yourself in Thirumayam or nearby in Pudukkottai, 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 Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai)?
About an hour.
What else is near Athmanathaswamy Temple, Avudaiyarkoil (Tirupperunturai)?
Nearby you can pair Kattubava Pallivasal (Kattubava Mosque) (16.3 km), Nei Nandeeswarar Temple (19.6 km), Sathyamurthi Perumal Temple, Thirumayam (24.7 km), Sathyagirisvarar Rock-Cut Cave Temple, Thirumayam (24.8 km).
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