What to expect
Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur
A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple centred on a palmyra tree (panai) that is the temple's sacred tree and gives the village its name. It is counted as the 190th Devaram Paadal Petra Sthalam and the 73rd on the southern bank of the Cauvery. The deity is worshipped as Soundareswarar and the temple is glorified in the Tevaram hymns.
Practical guide
Plan Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur
Typeheritage
Nearest baseThiruppanaiyur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThiruppanaiyur
DistrictThiruvarur
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple centred on a palmyra tree (panai) that is the temple's sacred tree and gives the village its name. It is counted as the 190th Devaram Paadal Petra Sthalam and the 73rd on the southern bank of the Cauvery. The deity is worshipped as Soundareswarar and the temple is glorified in the Tevaram hymns.
Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur is planned from Thiruppanaiyur, one of the travel bases in Thiruvarur district. Use Thiruppanaiyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur — 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 Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur
About 6 km from Nannilam; nearest railway station Nannilam; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~105 km.
A modest Tevaram sthalam named for its sacred palmyra tree.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruppanaiyur 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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Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur?
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 Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur?
Base yourself in Thiruppanaiyur 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 Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur?
About an hour.
What else is near Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur?
Nearby you can pair Nannilam (5.1 km), Mahakalanathar Temple, Tirumakalam (6.3 km), Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar (6.5 km), Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam (9.2 km).
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- Soundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur:Mohan Krishnan (via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0) · CC BY-SA 3.0