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Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram
A Shiva temple at Thiruchopuram on the coast near Cuddalore, where the deity is worshipped as Mangalapureeswarar with the goddess Thyagavalli. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams glorified in the Tevaram hymns. It is among the coastal Padal Petra Sthalams of the district.
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Before you go to Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram
Entry rules not verified for this temple. Some Hindu temples admit only Hindus, and most enforce a dress code at the door. We have not verified the rule for this particular temple, so please check before you travel — especially if you are not Hindu or are visiting from outside India.
We report each site's own published rules neutrally, and only where we can source them.
Typetemple
Nearest baseThiruchopuram
DistrictCuddalore
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram is planned from Thiruchopuram, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Thiruchopuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruchopuram 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.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
Weather in Mangalapureeswarar Temple, ThiruchopuramSeasonal guide
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Today at Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram
Sunrise6:01 am
Sunset6:22 pm
Golden hour best light5:22 pm–6:22 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:22 pm–6:47 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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Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 to 8:00 PM
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram
Coastal village near Cuddalore (~15 km); nearest railway Cuddalore (~15 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~30 km) or Trichy TRZ (~130 km).
Getting around Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram
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 Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram
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Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 to 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram?
Base yourself in Thiruchopuram 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 Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram?
About an hour.
What else is near Mangalapureeswarar Temple, Thiruchopuram?
Nearby you can pair Samiyarpettai Beach (7.7 km), Shivakozhundeeswarar Temple, Thiruthinainagar (8.3 km), Patanjalinathar Temple, Thirukanattumullur (11.3 km), Parangipettai (Porto Novo) (14.3 km).
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