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Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur
A large, colourful temple to Panduranga-Vitthala and Rukmini at Thennangur, built in Maharashtrian Vitthala style and known for its Pandharpur-inspired festivals. This temple guide is organized from Arani in Tiruvannamalai district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur.
Practical guide
Plan Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur
Typetemple
Nearest baseArani
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseArani
DistrictTiruvannamalai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A large, colourful temple to Panduranga-Vitthala and Rukmini at Thennangur, built in Maharashtrian Vitthala style and known for its Pandharpur-inspired festivals. This temple guide is organized from Arani in Tiruvannamalai district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur.
Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur is planned from Arani, one of the travel bases in Tiruvannamalai district. Use Arani for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur — at a glance
Timings6 AM - 12 PM, 4 PM - 8 PM daily
Best timeOct-Mar
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur
Near Vandavasi, ~65 km from Tiruvannamalai; nearest railway Vellore/Arakkonam line
Especially busy during Ashada Ekadashi festival period
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Arani or nearby in Tiruvannamalai, 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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Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6 AM - 12 PM, 4 PM - 8 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur?
Base yourself in Arani or nearby in Tiruvannamalai, 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 Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Panduranga Temple, Thennangur?
Nearby you can pair Mamandur Cave Temples (6.0 km), Seeyamangalam Cave Temple (9.3 km), Kuranganilmuttam Valeeswarar Temple (11.7 km), Vedapureeswarar Temple, Cheyyar (14.0 km).
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