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Thiruvappudaiyar Temple
An old Shiva temple in the Sellur locality of Madurai, also known as the Thiruvappanur temple, dedicated to the deity Thiruvappudaiyar. It is one of the city's lesser-known but historically layered shrines, valued for its stone inscriptions and traditional Tamil temple architecture within an urban neighbourhood.
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Thiruvappudaiyar Temple
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Plan Thiruvappudaiyar Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseSellur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSellur
DistrictMadurai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
An old Shiva temple in the Sellur locality of Madurai, also known as the Thiruvappanur temple, dedicated to the deity Thiruvappudaiyar. It is one of the city's lesser-known but historically layered shrines, valued for its stone inscriptions and traditional Tamil temple architecture within an urban neighbourhood.
Thiruvappudaiyar Temple is planned from Sellur, one of the travel bases in Madurai district. Use Sellur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Thiruvappudaiyar Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: Madurai Junction (~4 km), Sellur area
Look for the old stone inscriptions.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sellur 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.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Thiruvappudaiyar Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Thiruvappudaiyar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Thiruvappudaiyar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Thiruvappudaiyar Temple?
Base yourself in Sellur 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 Thiruvappudaiyar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Thiruvappudaiyar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Goripalayam Dargah (700 m), Tamukkam Palace (940 m), Gandhi Memorial Museum (1.0 km), Madurai Government Museum (1.1 km).
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