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Bannari Mariamman Temple
A prominent temple to Goddess Mariamman at Bannari on the foothills of the Western Ghats near Sathyamangalam, famous for the Panguni Kundam (fire-walking) festival that draws large crowds of devotees.
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Plan Bannari Mariamman Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseSathyamangalam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree — indicative, confirm on site
Nearest town/baseSathyamangalam
DistrictErode
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A prominent temple to Goddess Mariamman at Bannari on the foothills of the Western Ghats near Sathyamangalam, famous for the Panguni Kundam (fire-walking) festival that draws large crowds of devotees.
Bannari Mariamman Temple is planned from Sathyamangalam, one of the travel bases in Erode district. Use Sathyamangalam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Bannari Mariamman Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 8:30 PM daily (indicative)
Best timeOct-Feb for a quieter visit; Mar-Apr for the festival
Entry: Free — indicative, confirm on site
Getting there: On the Sathyamangalam-Bannari road; ~75 km from Erode Jn (ED); nearest airport Coimbatore (CJB) ~90 km
Very crowded during the Panguni Kundam festival (Mar-Apr); plan for traffic on the Sathyamangalam ghat road.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sathyamangalam 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.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Bannari Mariamman Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Bannari Mariamman Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Bannari Mariamman Temple?
Entry: Free — indicative, confirm on site. Timings: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM daily (indicative). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Bannari Mariamman Temple?
Base yourself in Sathyamangalam 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 Bannari Mariamman Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Bannari Mariamman Temple?
Nearby you can pair Bhavanisagar Dam (9.5 km), Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve (11.1 km), Dhimbam Hills and Sathyamangalam Ghat Road (17.7 km), Perumpallam Dam (18.0 km).
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