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Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple)
One of the 108 Divya Desams, glorified in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham by Thirumangai Alvar. It is the only temple where the Trimurti - Brahma, Vishnu (worshipped here as Purushothama Perumal) and Shiva - are enshrined together with their consorts in six separate shrines. Built in Dravidian style, it once formed a four-Divya-Desam circuit with Uraiyur, Srirangam and Thiruvellarai.
Practical guide
Plan Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple)
Typetemple
Nearest baseThirukkarambanur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThirukkarambanur
DistrictTiruchirappalli
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
One of the 108 Divya Desams, glorified in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham by Thirumangai Alvar. It is the only temple where the Trimurti - Brahma, Vishnu (worshipped here as Purushothama Perumal) and Shiva - are enshrined together with their consorts in six separate shrines. Built in Dravidian style, it once formed a four-Divya-Desam circuit with Uraiyur, Srirangam and Thiruvellarai.
Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple) is planned from Thirukkarambanur, one of the travel bases in Tiruchirappalli district. Use Thirukkarambanur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple) — at a glance
Timings6 AM to 12:30 PM, 4 PM to 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple)
About 2 km from Srirangam and 8 km from Tiruchirappalli city centre; nearest railway Tiruchirappalli Jn (~8 km); Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) airport ~15 km.
Modest dress expected; footwear removed at entrance.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirukkarambanur or nearby in Tiruchirappalli, 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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Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple)?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6 AM to 12:30 PM, 4 PM to 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple)?
Base yourself in Thirukkarambanur or nearby in Tiruchirappalli, 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 Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple)?
About an hour.
What else is near Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple)?
Nearby you can pair Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangam (2.2 km), Jambukeswarar Temple (2.7 km), Neelivaneswarar Temple (Thiruppainjeeli) (3.1 km), Ucchi Pillayar Temple (5.5 km).
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- Uthamar Kovil (Purushothama Perumal Temple):Mohan Krishnan, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0