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Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
A Pandya-era Shiva temple at Kalakkad, a Tevaram Vaippu Sthalam praised in hymns by the saints Appar and Manikkavasagar. Largely Pandya in construction with 13th-century reconstruction attributed to Veera Marthanda Varman, it is the principal ancient temple of the Kalakkad gateway to KMTR.
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Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
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Plan Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
Typetemple
Nearest baseKalakkad
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKalakkad
DistrictTirunelveli
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Pandya-era Shiva temple at Kalakkad, a Tevaram Vaippu Sthalam praised in hymns by the saints Appar and Manikkavasagar. Largely Pandya in construction with 13th-century reconstruction attributed to Veera Marthanda Varman, it is the principal ancient temple of the Kalakkad gateway to KMTR.
Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad is planned from Kalakkad, one of the travel bases in Tirunelveli district. Use Kalakkad for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad — at a glance
TimingsDaily ~6:00 AM-12:30 PM & 4:00-8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
In Kalakkad, Nanguneri taluk; Tirunelveli Junction ~45 km; Tuticorin airport (TCR) ~55 km or Madurai (IXM) ~180 km.
Convenient stop en route to the Kalakkad-Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kalakkad or nearby in Tirunelveli, 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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Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily ~6:00 AM-12:30 PM & 4:00-8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
Base yourself in Kalakkad or nearby in Tirunelveli, 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 Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
About an hour.
What else is near Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
Nearby you can pair Vanamamalai Perumal Temple (12.4 km), Vaishnava Nambi Temple, Thirukkurungudi (16.6 km), Pattamadai (16.8 km), Navaneethakrishnan Temple, Melaseval (17.3 km).
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