Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur
A Shiva temple at Thirukoodalaiyathur near Vriddhachalam, where the deity is worshipped as Narthana Vallabeswarar. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams celebrated in the Tevaram hymns of the Nayanmars.
Plan Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur
Check entry arrangements. Ask temple staff about visitor entry, dress requirements and access to the inner shrine before you travel, especially if you are visiting as a non-Hindu.
Dress respectfully and follow the institution’s admission and photography rules.
Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur is planned from Thirukoodalaiyathur, one of the travel bases in Cuddalore district. Use Thirukoodalaiyathur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirukoodalaiyathur 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.
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Entry: Free
How to reach Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur
Near Vriddhachalam (~10 km); nearest railway Vriddhachalam (~10 km); nearest airport Trichy TRZ (~100 km) or Puducherry (~65 km).
If you need step-free access, contact the site before travelling. Ask about a level entrance, steps along the route, the nearest drop-off point, seating and accessible toilets.
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What’s near Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur
Ancient Shiva temple (Pazhamalai Nadhar) on the banks of the Manimutharu river, part of a series built by Chola queen Sembiyan Mahadevi, with Chola-era inscriptions and a reputedly ancient vanni tree.
1.2 km · 15 min walk · straight lineShiva Paadal Petra Sthalam near Panruti, birthplace of the Saiva saint Appar, praised in the Tevaram hymns.
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A 16-km-long 10th-century Chola-era reservoir near Kattumannarkoil that is one of the main sources of drinking water supplied to Chennai city.
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35.1 km · ~59 min by cab · straight lineAn ancient Vishnu temple on the banks of Veeranam Lake, granted by Chola king Parantaka I in the 10th century to Vedic scholars. It is revered in Srivaishnavism as the birthplace of the 9th-century acharya Nathamuni, who collected and compiled the 4,000 hymns of the Divya Prabandham. Later renovations were carried out by the Pandya king Sadayavarman Sundara Pandyan in the 13th century.
36.1 km · ~60 min by cab · straight lineThis village near Panruti is revered as the birthplace of the 7th-century Saiva saint Thirunavukkarasar (Appar), one of the four principal Nayanmars. It has a Shiva temple and the Appar Madam commemorating the saint. Appar was among the composers of the Tevaram hymns central to Tamil Saivism.
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Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 to 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur?
Base yourself in Thirukoodalaiyathur 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 Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur?
About an hour.
What else is near Narthana Vallabeswarar Temple, Thirukoodalaiyathur?
Nearby you can pair Virudhagiriswarar Temple, Virudhachalam (1.2 km), Veerateeswarar Temple, Thiruvathigai (7.2 km), Bhu Varaha Swamy Temple, Srimushnam (15.7 km), Pralaya Kaleeswarar Temple, Pennadam (17.0 km).
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