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Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur
This Shiva temple stands on a rocky hill called Thirumalai and, because it was built fort-like with guardian deities on all four sides, the place is known as Elavanasur Kottai (fort). The deity is called Ardhanatheeswarar, a Sanskritised form of the local name Oor Bhagam Kondaruliya Nayanar. Inscriptions ranging from about 900 to 1500 CE name Chola rulers such as Rajaraja I, Rajendra I, Uttama Chola and Kulothunga I and the Pallava king Kopperunjinga, and its three-tier rajagopuram dates to the Chola period.
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Before you go to Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur
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.
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Typetemple
Nearest baseElavanasur
DistrictKallakurichi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur is planned from Elavanasur, one of the travel bases in Kallakurichi district. Use Elavanasur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Elavanasur or nearby in Kallakurichi, 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 Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, ElavanasurSeasonal guide
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Today at Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur
Sunrise6:03 am
Sunset6:24 pm
Golden hour best light5:24 pm–6:24 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:24 pm–6:49 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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Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur — at a glance
TimingsDaily approx 6 AM-12 PM and 4-8 PM
Best timeOctober-March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur
Near Elavanasur, about 20 km from Kallakurichi; nearest railway Vriddhachalam Junction (~40 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~90 km or Chennai (MAA) ~230 km.
Getting around Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur
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 Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur
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What’s near Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur
templeUlagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur 26.3 km · ~44 min by cab · straight line
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Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily approx 6 AM-12 PM and 4-8 PM.
How do I reach Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur?
Base yourself in Elavanasur or nearby in Kallakurichi, 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 Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur?
About an hour.
What else is near Ardhanatheeswarar Temple, Elavanasur?
Nearby you can pair Thiyagadurgam Fort (11.5 km), Arugar Cavern Temple, Thiyagadurgam (12.1 km), Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam (13.4 km), Thirunarungondai Jain Caves (Appandainathar) (15.7 km).
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