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Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai
A mid-18th-century goddess temple in Nattarasankottai, about 9 km from Sivaganga, dedicated to Kannudaya Nayaki Amman, locally called Kannathal. The deity is believed to cure eye ailments and grant good eyesight to devotees. Nattarasankottai is traditionally held to be the first settlement of the Nagarathar (Chettiar) community after they moved south from the Chola country.
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Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai
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Plan Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai
Typetemple
Nearest baseNattarasankottai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseNattarasankottai
DistrictSivaganga
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A mid-18th-century goddess temple in Nattarasankottai, about 9 km from Sivaganga, dedicated to Kannudaya Nayaki Amman, locally called Kannathal. The deity is believed to cure eye ailments and grant good eyesight to devotees. Nattarasankottai is traditionally held to be the first settlement of the Nagarathar (Chettiar) community after they moved south from the Chola country.
Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai is planned from Nattarasankottai, one of the travel bases in Sivaganga district. Use Nattarasankottai for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 4:00-8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai
About 9 km from Sivaganga; nearest railway Sivaganga (~9 km); nearest airport Madurai (IXM) ~50 km
A goddess temple believed to cure eye ailments, in the Nagarathars' traditional first settlement.
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How to visit
- Base yourself in Nattarasankottai or nearby in Sivaganga, 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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Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 4:00-8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai?
Base yourself in Nattarasankottai or nearby in Sivaganga, 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 Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai?
About an hour.
What else is near Kannudaya Nayaki (Kannathal) Amman Temple, Nattarasankottai?
Nearby you can pair Kalaiyar Kovil (Swarna Kaleeswarar / Someswarar) Temple (6.8 km), Muthumariamman Temple, Thayamangalam (12.3 km), Venkatachalapathy (Then Tirupati) Perumal Temple, Ariyakudi (15.5 km), Idaikattur Sacred Heart Church (19.1 km).
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