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Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple
This Vishnu temple is counted among the 108 Abhimana Kshetrams of Sri Vaishnavism and is popularly called Adhi (original) Thiruvarangam. The presiding deity Ranganatha reclines on Adisesha in a sleeping posture measuring about 29 feet in length. The goddess is Rangavalli (Ranganayaki) Thayar, and the temple's sacred waters include the Chandra Pushkarani and the Thenpennai river.
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Before you go to Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple
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 baseThirukovilur
DistrictKallakurichi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple is planned from Thirukovilur, one of the travel bases in Kallakurichi district. Use Thirukovilur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirukovilur 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 Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple
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.
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Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple — at a glance
TimingsDaily approx 7 AM-12 PM and 4-8 PM
Best timeOctober-March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple
Near Thirukovilur, about 40 km from Kallakurichi; nearest railway Villupuram Junction (~40 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~110 km or Chennai (MAA) ~200 km.
Getting around Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple
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.
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Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily approx 7 AM-12 PM and 4-8 PM.
How do I reach Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple?
Base yourself in Thirukovilur 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 Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Adhirangam Ranganathaswamy Temple?
Nearby you can pair Kabilar Hillock (Kabilar Kundru), Thirukovilur (710 m), Veeratteswarar Temple, Thirukovilur (940 m), Ulagalantha Perumal Temple (Trivikrama), Thirukovilur (1.8 km), Atulya Nadheswarar Temple, Arakandanallur (2.0 km).
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