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Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar
A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple revered in the Tevaram, said to be the last of the sixty madakoil temples built by the Chola king Kochengat Chola. The deity is worshipped as Brahmapureeswarar with the goddess Poonguzhalammai. It carries the legend of Sundarar bringing Shiva to a Soma yagna and of the Lord turning bricks into gold.
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Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar
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Plan Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar
Typeheritage
Nearest baseAmbar
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseAmbar
DistrictThiruvarur
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple revered in the Tevaram, said to be the last of the sixty madakoil temples built by the Chola king Kochengat Chola. The deity is worshipped as Brahmapureeswarar with the goddess Poonguzhalammai. It carries the legend of Sundarar bringing Shiva to a Soma yagna and of the Lord turning bricks into gold.
Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar is planned from Ambar, one of the travel bases in Thiruvarur district. Use Ambar for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar
About 8 km from Nannilam; nearest railway station Nannilam; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~110 km.
An elevated Chola madakoil temple; part of the Ambar cluster of delta shrines.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Ambar or nearby in Thiruvarur, 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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Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar?
Base yourself in Ambar or nearby in Thiruvarur, 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 Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar?
About an hour.
What else is near Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar?
Nearby you can pair Mahakalanathar Temple, Tirumakalam (310 m), Sthalasayana (Kripasamudra) Perumal Temple, Thirusirupuliyur (3.8 km), Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil (5.0 km), Meganathaswamy (Lalithambigai) Temple, Thirumeeyachur (5.0 km).
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