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Badrakaliamman Temple
An amman temple at Mecheri, about 33 km from Salem on the Salem-Dharmapuri highway in the Mettur area. It is a locally significant goddess shrine that draws regular pilgrims.
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Badrakaliamman Temple
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Plan Badrakaliamman Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseMecheri
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseMecheri
DistrictSalem
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
An amman temple at Mecheri, about 33 km from Salem on the Salem-Dharmapuri highway in the Mettur area. It is a locally significant goddess shrine that draws regular pilgrims.
Badrakaliamman Temple is planned from Mecheri, one of the travel bases in Salem district. Use Mecheri for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Badrakaliamman Temple — at a glance
TimingsApprox 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM
Best timeOctober to March; festival days
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Badrakaliamman Temple
About 33 km from Salem on the Salem-Dharmapuri highway; nearest railhead Salem Junction (~33 km); nearest airport Salem (SXV) ~35 km.
A goddess shrine in the Mettur belt; busiest on Amman festival days.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Mecheri or nearby in Salem, 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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Badrakaliamman Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Badrakaliamman Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Badrakaliamman Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 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 Badrakaliamman Temple?
Base yourself in Mecheri or nearby in Salem, 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 Badrakaliamman Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Badrakaliamman Temple?
Nearby you can pair Stanley Reservoir (13.5 km), Mettur Dam (14.6 km), Karadiyur View Point (25.6 km), Tharamangalam Kailasanathar Temple (25.7 km).
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