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Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur
A Shiva temple at Thiru Erukkathampuliyur (Rajendrapattinam) in Kattumannarkoil taluk, where the deity is worshipped as Neelakandeswarar. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams glorified in the Tevaram hymns of the Saiva saints.
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Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur
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Typetemple
Nearest baseErukkathampuliyur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseErukkathampuliyur
DistrictCuddalore
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple at Thiru Erukkathampuliyur (Rajendrapattinam) in Kattumannarkoil taluk, where the deity is worshipped as Neelakandeswarar. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams glorified in the Tevaram hymns of the Saiva saints.
Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur is planned from Erukkathampuliyur, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Erukkathampuliyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 to 8:00 PM
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting there: In Kattumannarkoil taluk; nearest railway Chidambaram (~25 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~65 km) or Trichy TRZ (~110 km).
Rural temple; reached via Kattumannarkoil.
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How to visit
- Base yourself in Erukkathampuliyur or nearby in Cuddalore, 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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October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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When is the best time to visit Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur?
Base yourself in Erukkathampuliyur or nearby in Cuddalore, 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 Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur?
About an hour.
What else is near Neelakandeswarar Temple, Erukkathampuliyur?
Nearby you can pair Pranava Vyaghrapureeswarar Temple, Omampuliyur (1.8 km), Veeranarayana Perumal Temple, Kattumannarkoil (2.1 km), Soundareswarar Temple, Thirunaraiyur (4.7 km), Mela Kadambur Amirthakadeswarar Temple (5.9 km).
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