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Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram
A Vishnu temple famous for detailed Tamil inscriptions from the reign of Rajendra Chola I documenting a large residential Vedic college and hostel run in its precincts. The inscriptions record instruction in the Vedas, grammar, logic and Vedanta and provision to feed hundreds of scholars. It is a key record of Chola-era higher education.
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Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram
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Plan Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram
Typeheritage
Nearest baseEnnayiram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseEnnayiram
DistrictViluppuram
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Vishnu temple famous for detailed Tamil inscriptions from the reign of Rajendra Chola I documenting a large residential Vedic college and hostel run in its precincts. The inscriptions record instruction in the Vedas, grammar, logic and Vedanta and provision to feed hundreds of scholars. It is a key record of Chola-era higher education.
Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram is planned from Ennayiram, one of the travel bases in Viluppuram district. Use Ennayiram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram
About 20 km west of Villupuram; nearest railway Villupuram Junction (~20 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~55 km) or Chennai MAA (~155 km)
Of special interest for its Chola inscriptions on Vedic education.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Ennayiram or nearby in Viluppuram, 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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When is the best time to visit Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram?
Base yourself in Ennayiram or nearby in Viluppuram, 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 Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram?
About an hour.
What else is near Alagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram?
Nearby you can pair Satrumalleswaram Rock-Cut Cave Temple, Dalavanur (3.0 km), Mandagapattu Cave Temple (Trimurti Temple) (4.3 km), Veedur Dam (9.8 km), Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai (12.4 km).
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