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Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple
The principal Shiva temple of Melur town, where the presiding deity is venerated as Kalyana Sundareswarar, the auspicious bridegroom form of Shiva. It is the ritual centre for the Melur division and is noted for its Nayak-era gopuram and its central role in the town's festival calendar.
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Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple
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Plan Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseMelur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseMelur
DistrictMadurai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
The principal Shiva temple of Melur town, where the presiding deity is venerated as Kalyana Sundareswarar, the auspicious bridegroom form of Shiva. It is the ritual centre for the Melur division and is noted for its Nayak-era gopuram and its central role in the town's festival calendar.
Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple is planned from Melur, one of the travel bases in Madurai district. Use Melur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: Melur town; Madurai Junction (~25 km)
Popular for wedding-related prayers.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Melur or nearby in Madurai, 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.
Distance by road
- Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)135 km
- Rameswaram170 km
- Kodaikanal115 km
- Coimbatore215 km
- Kanniyakumari240 km
Road km to Madurai; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
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Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple?
Base yourself in Melur or nearby in Madurai, 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 Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Kalyana Sundareswarar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Thiruvathavur Thirumarainathar Temple (7.8 km), Pazhamudircholai Murugan Temple (14.5 km), Azhagar Kovil (14.5 km), Noopura Gangai (14.6 km).
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