Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple

A Hanuman temple about 5 km from Thirukkadaiyur noted for an unusual idol of Anjaneya depicted with three eyes and ten arms, a rare iconographic form. It draws devotees particularly for special Saturday worship. Its distinctive murti sets it apart among the many Chola-delta shrines and it is listed among the district's places of interest.

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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 baseAnanthamangalam
DistrictMayiladuthurai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree

Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple is planned from Ananthamangalam, one of the travel bases in Mayiladuthurai district. Use Ananthamangalam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.

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Getting there

How to visit

  • Base yourself in Ananthamangalam 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.
Timing

Best time

October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.

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Today at Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple
Sunrise6:01 am
Sunset6:21 pm
Golden hour best light5:21 pm–6:21 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:21 pm–6:46 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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Before you go

Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple — at a glance

TimingsTypically 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM; busiest on Saturdays
Best timeOctober-March

Entry: Free

Getting here

How to reach Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple

About 5 km from Thirukkadaiyur, near the coast; nearest railway Tharangambadi (~12 km) or Mayiladuthurai Jn (~25 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~150 km

Getting around Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar 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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Nearby

What’s near Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple

heritageSembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site 5.7 km · ~14 min by auto · straight line
beachTharangambadi (Tranquebar) Town & Beach 6.8 km · ~17 min by auto · straight line
churchNew Jerusalem Church, Tranquebar 7.3 km · ~18 min by auto · straight line
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templeMasilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi 7.5 km · ~19 min by auto · straight line
heritageFort Dansborg, Tharangambadi 7.6 km · ~19 min by auto · straight line
templeSemponarkoil Swarnapureeswarar Temple 7.8 km · ~19 min by auto · straight line
templeNagannathaswamy Temple, Keelaperumpallam 7.9 km · ~20 min by auto · straight line
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Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple — frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple?

October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.

What are the entry fee and timings at Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple?

Entry: Free. Timings: Typically 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM; busiest on Saturdays.

How do I reach Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple?

Base yourself in Ananthamangalam 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 Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple?

About an hour.

What else is near Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple?

Nearby you can pair Amritaghateswarar-Abirami Temple, Thirukadaiyur (1.7 km), Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site (5.7 km), Tharangambadi (Tranquebar) Town & Beach (6.8 km), Tharangambadi Maritime Museum (Van Theylingen House) (6.9 km).