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Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple
A Vishnu temple at Thiruppullani, one of the 108 Divya Desams, marking the legendary spot where Rama rested and prayed before crossing to Lanka. This temple guide is organized from Kilakarai in Ramanathapuram district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple.
Practical guide
Plan Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseKilakarai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKilakarai
DistrictRamanathapuram
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Vishnu temple at Thiruppullani, one of the 108 Divya Desams, marking the legendary spot where Rama rested and prayed before crossing to Lanka. This temple guide is organized from Kilakarai in Ramanathapuram district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple.
Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple is planned from Kilakarai, one of the travel bases in Ramanathapuram district. Use Kilakarai for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOct-Apr
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple
~8 km from Ramanathapuram town
One of the 108 Divya Desams; quieter than the Rameswaram temples
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kilakarai or nearby in Ramanathapuram, 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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Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple?
Base yourself in Kilakarai or nearby in Ramanathapuram, 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 Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple?
Nearby you can pair Erwadi Dargah (4.6 km), Periyapattinam (7.6 km), Ramalinga Vilasam Palace (8.6 km), Uthirakosamangai Mangalanathar Temple (11.5 km).
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- Adi Jagannatha Perumal Temple:Mohan Krishnan · CC BY-SA 3.0