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Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam
A Hindu temple in the town of Thiruvengadam dedicated to Lord Shiva as Chokkalingaswamy. It is the principal temple of the town and is administered under the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments department. Thiruvengadam is one of the taluk headquarters of Tenkasi district.
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Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam
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Plan Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam
Typeheritage
Nearest baseThiruvengadam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThiruvengadam
DistrictTenkasi
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Hindu temple in the town of Thiruvengadam dedicated to Lord Shiva as Chokkalingaswamy. It is the principal temple of the town and is administered under the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments department. Thiruvengadam is one of the taluk headquarters of Tenkasi district.
Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam is planned from Thiruvengadam, one of the travel bases in Tenkasi district. Use Thiruvengadam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeNovember to February; mornings and evenings coincide with the main pujas.
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam
Nearest town Sankarankovil ~20 km; nearest railway Sankarankovil station ~20 km; nearest airport Tuticorin (TCR) ~80 km or Madurai (IXM) ~110 km.
The main temple of the taluk town of Thiruvengadam; footwear must be removed and modest dress is expected.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruvengadam or nearby in Tenkasi, 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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Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam?
Base yourself in Thiruvengadam or nearby in Tenkasi, 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 Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam?
About an hour.
What else is near Chokkalingaswamy Temple, Thiruvengadam?
Nearby you can pair Puli Thevar Memorial Palace, Nerkattumseval (15.9 km), Sankaranarayanaswamy Temple, Sankarankovil (17.6 km), Thirumalapuram Rock-Cut Cave Temples (23.4 km), Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur (29.0 km).
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