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Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple
An ancient Vishnu temple within the old Dharapuram fort, where regional kings are said to have crowned themselves. Local tradition links it to the Mahabharata, holding that the Pandavas spent their year of concealment here under King Virata, as Dharapuram was anciently called Viratapuram. The temple also houses two of the Vyasaraja Hanuman idols, Veera Anjaneyar and Kottaivasal Anjaneyar.
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Plan Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseDharapuram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseDharapuram
DistrictTiruppur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
An ancient Vishnu temple within the old Dharapuram fort, where regional kings are said to have crowned themselves. Local tradition links it to the Mahabharata, holding that the Pandavas spent their year of concealment here under King Virata, as Dharapuram was anciently called Viratapuram. The temple also houses two of the Vyasaraja Hanuman idols, Veera Anjaneyar and Kottaivasal Anjaneyar.
Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple is planned from Dharapuram, one of the travel bases in Tiruppur district. Use Dharapuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, roughly 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 to 8 PM
Best timeOctober to March; lively during Vaikunta Ekadasi and temple festivals
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple
Inside the old fort area of Dharapuram town; nearest railhead is Dharapuram station, with larger services at Tiruppur (~55 km); Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) is about 70 km away.
Set among the historic fort precinct; pairs well with the nearby Dharapuram Anjaneyar shrines.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Dharapuram or nearby in Tiruppur, 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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Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, roughly 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 to 8 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple?
Base yourself in Dharapuram or nearby in Tiruppur, 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 Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Uttara Veeraraghava Perumal Temple?
Nearby you can pair Dharapuram (430 m), Agastheeswarar Temple, Dharapuram (740 m), Kadu Hanumantharaya Swamy Temple (1.1 km), Upparu Dam (1.8 km).
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