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Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur
A site near Gingee featuring a reclining Vishnu (Anandasayana Perumal) depicted as a rock bas-relief, together with early Jain rock beds and Tirthankara carvings on the same outcrop. It reflects the layered Vaishnava and Jain heritage of the Gingee hinterland.
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Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseThondur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThondur
DistrictViluppuram
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A site near Gingee featuring a reclining Vishnu (Anandasayana Perumal) depicted as a rock bas-relief, together with early Jain rock beds and Tirthankara carvings on the same outcrop. It reflects the layered Vaishnava and Jain heritage of the Gingee hinterland.
Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur is planned from Thondur, one of the travel bases in Viluppuram district. Use Thondur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours (roughly 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur
About 12 km north-east of Gingee; nearest railway Villupuram Junction (~40 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~70 km) or Chennai MAA (~145 km)
An open rock-relief site; combine with other Gingee-area monuments.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thondur 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 Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours (roughly 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur?
Base yourself in Thondur 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 Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur?
About an hour.
What else is near Anandasayana Perumal Temple, Thondur?
Nearby you can pair Mel Sithamur Jain Math (6.9 km), Ranganatha Rock-Cut Cave Temple, Singavaram (8.2 km), Raja Desingh Memorial, Gingee (8.3 km), Thirunathakunru Jain Caves (8.7 km).
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