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Melapaluvur Sundareswarar (Agastheeswarar) Temple
An early-Chola stone Shiva temple at Melapaluvur (Melapazhuvur), historic seat of the Paluvettaraiyar chieftains who served Chola emperors from Aditya I to Rajendra I. The temple is rich in Chola, Pandya and Vijayanagar inscriptions.
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Typetemple
Nearest baseThirumanur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThirumanur
DistrictAriyalur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
An early-Chola stone Shiva temple at Melapaluvur (Melapazhuvur), historic seat of the Paluvettaraiyar chieftains who served Chola emperors from Aditya I to Rajendra I. The temple is rich in Chola, Pandya and Vijayanagar inscriptions.
Melapaluvur Sundareswarar (Agastheeswarar) Temple is planned from Thirumanur, one of the travel bases in Ariyalur district. Use Thirumanur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Melapaluvur Sundareswarar (Agastheeswarar) Temple — at a glance
Timings7:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM daily
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 45 km from Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) airport; nearest railhead Ariyalur (~20 km), then taxi.
A quiet heritage temple; inscriptions on the walls are of interest to history enthusiasts.
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How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirumanur 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.
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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 Melapaluvur Sundareswarar (Agastheeswarar) Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Melapaluvur Sundareswarar (Agastheeswarar) Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Melapaluvur Sundareswarar (Agastheeswarar) Temple?
Base yourself in Thirumanur 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 Melapaluvur Sundareswarar (Agastheeswarar) Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Melapaluvur Sundareswarar (Agastheeswarar) Temple?
Nearby you can pair Kilaiyur Twin Temples (Avani Kandharpa Ishvaram) (190 m), Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary (8.1 km), Kallankurichi Dinosaur Egg Fossil Site (9.0 km), Pradakshineswarar Temple, Sripurandan (10.6 km).
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