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Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam
An ancient temple dedicated to Rama, counted among the Pancha Rama Kshetrams and the 108 Abhimana Kshetrams of Vaishnavism. It is distinctive as one of the few Rama temples where the presiding deity holds an arrow inscribed as 'Rama Saram'. Legend holds that Rama rested here at the ashram of sage Bharadwaja on his return journey to Ayodhya.
Practical guide
Plan Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam
Typeheritage
Nearest baseThillaivilagam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThillaivilagam
DistrictThiruvarur
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
An ancient temple dedicated to Rama, counted among the Pancha Rama Kshetrams and the 108 Abhimana Kshetrams of Vaishnavism. It is distinctive as one of the few Rama temples where the presiding deity holds an arrow inscribed as 'Rama Saram'. Legend holds that Rama rested here at the ashram of sage Bharadwaja on his return journey to Ayodhya.
Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam is planned from Thillaivilagam, one of the travel bases in Thiruvarur district. Use Thillaivilagam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam — 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 Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam
About 10 km from Thiruthuraipoondi; nearest railway station Thiruthuraipoondi or Tiruvarur; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~115 km.
A Vaishnava pilgrimage stop; Rama Navami is the principal festival.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thillaivilagam 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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Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam?
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 Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam?
Base yourself in Thillaivilagam 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 Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam?
About an hour.
What else is near Veera Kothandaramar Temple, Thillaivilagam?
Nearby you can pair Muthupet Dargah (5.1 km), Muthupet Lagoon and Mangroves (10.6 km), Thiruthuraipoondi (16.8 km), Thulasendrapuram (Dharma Sastha Temple) (23.3 km).
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