Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam

Located at Pudupalayam near Anthiyur, this temple enshrines Gurunathaswami, worshipped through three sacred stones representing Kamakshi, Vishnu, and Shiva combined with Murugan. Legend holds the stones were once worshipped near Chidambaram, hidden in a river, and rediscovered at Pudupalayam, where a temple was built with Pandya patronage about 600 years ago. Its annual festival falls in the Tamil month of Aadi.

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Typeheritage
Nearest baseAnthiyur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseAnthiyur
DistrictErode
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.

Located at Pudupalayam near Anthiyur, this temple enshrines Gurunathaswami, worshipped through three sacred stones representing Kamakshi, Vishnu, and Shiva combined with Murugan. Legend holds the stones were once worshipped near Chidambaram, hidden in a river, and rediscovered at Pudupalayam, where a temple was built with Pandya patronage about 600 years ago. Its annual festival falls in the Tamil month of Aadi.

Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam is planned from Anthiyur, one of the travel bases in Erode district. Use Anthiyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.

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Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam — at a glance

Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM
Best timeAadi festival (July-August); October to March

Entry: Free

Getting there: About 10 km from Anthiyur and 30 km from Bhavani; nearest railhead Bhavani Road (~30 km) or Erode Junction (~40 km); nearest airport Coimbatore (CJB) ~95 km

Quiet rural shrine; the main draw is the Aadi-month festival.

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How to visit

  • Base yourself in Anthiyur or nearby in Erode, 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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Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam — frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam?

October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.

What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam?

Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.

How do I reach Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam?

Base yourself in Anthiyur or nearby in Erode, 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 Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam?

About an hour.

What else is near Sri Gurunatha Swamy Temple, Pudupalayam?

Nearby you can pair Anthiyur Lake and Waterfalls (13.8 km), Urachikottai Varadaraja Perumal Temple (17.7 km), Amarapaneeswarar Temple, Pariyur (19.4 km), Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman Temple (19.5 km).

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