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Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam
This Shiva temple enshrines the deity as Ardhanareeswarar, the composite half-Shiva half-Parvati form, with the goddess called Mukthambika. It is believed to have been built by the Pandya king Sundara Pandya in 1282 AD and was later renovated by the Vijayanagara and Nayak rulers. The east-facing temple has a five-tiered rajagopuram, a Vasantha Mandapam with musical pillars and a Vahana Mandapam with yali pillars, and stands about 22 km from Kallakurichi.
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Before you go to Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam
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 baseRishivandiyam
DistrictKallakurichi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam is planned from Rishivandiyam, one of the travel bases in Kallakurichi district. Use Rishivandiyam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Rishivandiyam 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.
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Today at Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam
Sunrise6:03 am
Sunset6:25 pm
Golden hour best light5:25 pm–6:25 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:25 pm–6:50 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 82%
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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Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam — at a glance
TimingsDaily approx 6 AM-12 PM and 4-8 PM
Best timeOctober-March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam
About 22 km from Kallakurichi via the Sankarapuram road; nearest railway Vriddhachalam Junction (~40 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~90 km or Chennai (MAA) ~230 km.
Getting around Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam
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 Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam
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What’s near Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam
templeUlagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur 18.8 km · ~31 min by cab · straight line
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Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily approx 6 AM-12 PM and 4-8 PM.
How do I reach Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam?
Base yourself in Rishivandiyam 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 Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam?
About an hour.
What else is near Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Rishivandiyam?
Nearby you can pair Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman Temple, Kallakurichi (7.1 km), Arugar Cavern Temple, Thiyagadurgam (8.4 km), Thiyagadurgam Fort (8.6 km), Ardhanareeswarar Temple, Veeracholapuram (9.0 km).
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