What to expect
Srivilliputhur Andal Temple
Twin shrine of the Alvar saint-poet Andal and Vishnu as Vatapatrasayee, one of the 108 Divya Desams. Its 192-foot 11-tier rajagopuram is the emblem on the Tamil Nadu state government's official logo.
Practical guide
Plan Srivilliputhur Andal Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseSrivilliputhur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree (special darshan / abhishekam tickets extra, confirm on site)
Nearest town/baseSrivilliputhur
DistrictVirudhunagar
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
Twin shrine of the Alvar saint-poet Andal and Vishnu as Vatapatrasayee, one of the 108 Divya Desams. Its 192-foot 11-tier rajagopuram is the emblem on the Tamil Nadu state government's official logo.
Srivilliputhur Andal Temple is planned from Srivilliputhur, one of the travel bases in Virudhunagar district. Use Srivilliputhur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Srivilliputhur Andal Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 4:00 - 9:00 PM (timings vary by season)
Best timeOctober to March; peak during the Aadi Pooram and Margazhi festivals
Entry: Free (special darshan / abhishekam tickets extra, confirm on site)
Getting here
How to reach Srivilliputhur Andal Temple
Srivilliputhur railway station ~2 km; nearest airport Madurai (IXM) ~75 km
Dress modestly; footwear removed at entry. The towering rajagopuram is best photographed from the temple street.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Srivilliputhur or nearby in Virudhunagar, 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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Srivilliputhur Andal Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Srivilliputhur Andal Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Srivilliputhur Andal Temple?
Entry: Free (special darshan / abhishekam tickets extra, confirm on site). Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 4:00 - 9:00 PM (timings vary by season). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Srivilliputhur Andal Temple?
Base yourself in Srivilliputhur or nearby in Virudhunagar, 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 Srivilliputhur Andal Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Srivilliputhur Andal Temple?
Nearby you can pair Madavar Vilagam Vaidyanathar Temple (1.5 km), Sri Vettai Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Rajapalayam (9.4 km), Arulmigu Draupadi Amman Temple, Rajapalayam (10.1 km), Grizzled Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary (Srivilliputhur) (10.7 km).
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- Srivilliputhur Andal Temple:Srini297 · CC BY-SA 4.0