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Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi
A shore Shiva temple built in 1306 by the Pandya king Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I, standing by the sea just north of Fort Dansborg. This temple guide is organized from Tharangambadi in Mayiladuthurai district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi.
Practical guide
Plan Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi
Typetemple
Nearest baseTharangambadi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseTharangambadi
DistrictMayiladuthurai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A shore Shiva temple built in 1306 by the Pandya king Maravarman Kulasekara Pandyan I, standing by the sea just north of Fort Dansborg. This temple guide is organized from Tharangambadi in Mayiladuthurai district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi.
Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi is planned from Tharangambadi, one of the travel bases in Mayiladuthurai district. Use Tharangambadi for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeNov-Feb; avoid NE monsoon surf Oct-Dec
Entry: Free
Getting there: Walking distance from Fort Dansborg in Tranquebar town; Sirkazhi ~24 km
Coastal erosion has damaged parts of the shrine over centuries; combine with the Fort Dansborg/beach walk.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Tharangambadi 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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Where Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi is
Nearby
What’s near Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi
churchZion Church, Tharangambadi220 m awayheritageFort Dansborg, Tharangambadi240 m awaychurchNew Jerusalem Church, Tranquebar250 m awayheritageThe Bungalow on the Beach and Danish Governor's Mansions, Tranquebar590 m awaymuseumTharangambadi Maritime Museum (Van Theylingen House)600 m awaybeachTharangambadi (Tranquebar) Town & Beach750 m away
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Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi?
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 Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi?
Base yourself in Tharangambadi 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 Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi?
About an hour.
What else is near Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi?
Nearby you can pair Zion Church, Tharangambadi (220 m), Fort Dansborg, Tharangambadi (240 m), New Jerusalem Church, Tranquebar (250 m), The Bungalow on the Beach and Danish Governor's Mansions, Tranquebar (590 m).
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- Masilamaninathar Temple, Tharangambadi:Pa.Jamlingam · CC BY-SA 4.0