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Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai
Set near Anaimalai at the confluence of the Uppar stream and the Aliyar river, this temple is unusual for enshrining the goddess Masani Amman in a large, brightly painted reclining posture. Devotees visit to seek justice and resolution of disputes, giving it a reputation as a shrine of divine judgement. Its distinctive sleeping-goddess idol makes it a notable pilgrimage site south of Coimbatore.
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseAnaimalai
DistrictCoimbatore
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai is planned from Anaimalai, one of the travel bases in Coimbatore district. Use Anaimalai for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Anaimalai or nearby in Coimbatore, 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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Today at Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai
Sunrise6:13 am
Sunset6:32 pm
Golden hour best light5:32 pm–6:32 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:32 pm–6:57 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 83%
South-west monsoon. June to September is the south-west monsoon in Tamil Nadu. Expect heavy showers, mostly in bursts rather than all day — carry rain cover, allow extra time for getting around, and note that ferries and open-air sites are the first things affected.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
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Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to February
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai
Anaimalai town; nearest railway Pollachi (~20 km); Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) ~55 km
Getting around Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
If you need help at Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai
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When is the best time to visit Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
How do I reach Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai?
Base yourself in Anaimalai or nearby in Coimbatore, 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 Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai?
About an hour.
What else is near Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai?
Nearby you can pair Topslip (4.7 km), Monkey Falls (13.6 km), Loam's View Point (14.9 km), Aliyar Dam and Reservoir (16.2 km).
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- Masani Amman Temple, Anaimalai:JayakanthanG via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0