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Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur
A Shiva temple at Thirunidur, about 4 km from Mayiladuthurai, counted among the Thevaram Paadal Petra Sthalams. The presiding deity is worshipped as Arulsomanathar (Somanathar) with the goddess as Veyuruthol Ammai (Aalala Sundara Nayagi). It is a Chola-era shrine within the cluster of hymned temples surrounding Mayiladuthurai town.
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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 baseNidur
DistrictMayiladuthurai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur is planned from Nidur, one of the travel bases in Mayiladuthurai district. Use Nidur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Nidur 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 Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur
Sunrise6:02 am
Sunset6:22 pm
Golden hour best light5:22 pm–6:22 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:22 pm–6:47 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.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
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Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur — at a glance
TimingsTypically 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober-March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur
About 4 km from Mayiladuthurai town; nearest railway Mayiladuthurai Jn (~4 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~150 km
Getting around Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur
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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When is the best time to visit Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur?
Entry: Free. Timings: Typically 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur?
Base yourself in Nidur 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 Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur?
About an hour.
What else is near Somanathaswamy Temple, Nidur?
Nearby you can pair Panchavateeswarar Temple, Anandathandavapuram (2.6 km), Parimala Ranganatha Perumal Temple, Thiruindalur (2.7 km), Thula Kattam Cauvery Bathing Ghat, Mayiladuthurai (3.6 km), Mayuranathaswami Temple, Mayiladuthurai (3.7 km).
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