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Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur
An ancient Shiva temple in the Western Ghats foothill town of Vasudevanallur, also known as the Chinthamaninatha Swami Temple. The presiding deity is worshipped in the Ardhanareeswara form uniting Shiva and Parvati. It is a well-known devotional stop on the Sivagiri-Courtallam temple circuit.
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Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur
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Plan Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur
Typeheritage
Nearest baseVasudevanallur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseVasudevanallur
DistrictTenkasi
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
An ancient Shiva temple in the Western Ghats foothill town of Vasudevanallur, also known as the Chinthamaninatha Swami Temple. The presiding deity is worshipped in the Ardhanareeswara form uniting Shiva and Parvati. It is a well-known devotional stop on the Sivagiri-Courtallam temple circuit.
Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur is planned from Vasudevanallur, one of the travel bases in Tenkasi district. Use Vasudevanallur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeNovember to February, and around the Courtallam falls season when the circuit is busiest.
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur
Nearest town Sivagiri ~8 km; nearest railway Sankarankovil station ~25 km or Tenkasi Junction ~30 km; nearest airport Tuticorin (TCR) ~90 km or Madurai (IXM) ~130 km.
A popular stop on the Sivagiri-Courtallam temple circuit; footwear must be removed and modest dress is expected.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Vasudevanallur 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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When is the best time to visit Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
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 Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
Base yourself in Vasudevanallur 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 Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
About an hour.
What else is near Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
Nearby you can pair Puli Thevar Memorial Palace, Nerkattumseval (13.2 km), Thirumalapuram Rock-Cut Cave Temples (14.7 km), Karuppanadhi Dam (16.5 km), Sankaranarayanaswamy Temple, Sankarankovil (17.9 km).
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