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Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam
A Chola Shiva temple at Sennivanam whose inscriptions place it in the reign of Rajendra Chola I (1012-1044 CE), with the presiding deity worshipped as Thirthapurishwarar. It forms part of the cluster of dated Chola shrines in the district alongside the temples at Sendurai and Sripurandan.
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Plan Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam
Typetemple
Nearest baseSennivanam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSennivanam
DistrictAriyalur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Chola Shiva temple at Sennivanam whose inscriptions place it in the reign of Rajendra Chola I (1012-1044 CE), with the presiding deity worshipped as Thirthapurishwarar. It forms part of the cluster of dated Chola shrines in the district alongside the temples at Sendurai and Sripurandan.
Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam is planned from Sennivanam, one of the travel bases in Ariyalur district. Use Sennivanam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March (cooler, drier weather)
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 18 km from Ariyalur town; nearest railway station Ariyalur (~18 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~65 km.
A modest village temple valued mainly for its Chola-period inscriptions; confirm opening times locally.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sennivanam or nearby in Ariyalur, 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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What’s near Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam
heritageKallamedu Fossil Formation4.1 km awaytempleShiva Thandeswarar (Nataraja) Temple, Sendurai5.3 km awaytempleKaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi8.0 km awaytempleKodandaramaswamy Temple, Ariyalur11.9 km awaytownAriyalur12.0 km awaytemplePradakshineswarar Temple, Sripurandan12.3 km away
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Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam?
Base yourself in Sennivanam or nearby in Ariyalur, 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 Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam?
About an hour.
What else is near Thirthapurishwarar Temple, Sennivanam?
Nearby you can pair Kallamedu Fossil Formation (4.1 km), Shiva Thandeswarar (Nataraja) Temple, Sendurai (5.3 km), Kaliyuga Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kallankurichi (8.0 km), Kodandaramaswamy Temple, Ariyalur (11.9 km).
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