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Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram
A Shiva temple in Anandathandavapuram village near Mayiladuthurai, mentioned in Appar's Thevaram as a Thevara Vaippu Sthalam and believed to date from the 6th century CE. It was reconstructed by the Cholas in the 12th century, and the deity is known as Panchavateeswarar, also called Kalyana Sundareswarar and Anandha Thandaveswarar. It preserves notable Chola-period architecture and inscriptions.
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Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram
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Plan Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram
Typetemple
Nearest baseAnandathandavapuram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseAnandathandavapuram
DistrictMayiladuthurai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple in Anandathandavapuram village near Mayiladuthurai, mentioned in Appar's Thevaram as a Thevara Vaippu Sthalam and believed to date from the 6th century CE. It was reconstructed by the Cholas in the 12th century, and the deity is known as Panchavateeswarar, also called Kalyana Sundareswarar and Anandha Thandaveswarar. It preserves notable Chola-period architecture and inscriptions.
Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram is planned from Anandathandavapuram, one of the travel bases in Mayiladuthurai district. Use Anandathandavapuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram — at a glance
TimingsTypically 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober-March
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 5 km from Mayiladuthurai town; nearest railway Mayiladuthurai Jn (~5 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~150 km
Notable for Chola-era architecture and inscriptions.
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How to visit
- Base yourself in Anandathandavapuram or nearby in Mayiladuthurai, 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.
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Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram?
Entry: Free. Timings: Typically 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram?
Base yourself in Anandathandavapuram or nearby in Mayiladuthurai, 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 Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram?
About an hour.
What else is near Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram?
Nearby you can pair Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur (2.6 km), Parimala Ranganatha Perumal Temple, Thiruindalur (4.5 km), Mayuranathaswami Temple, Mayiladuthurai (5.1 km), Thula Kattam Cauvery Bathing Ghat, Mayiladuthurai (5.1 km).
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