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Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur
A Shiva temple at Thirukkurukavur counted among the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams and the 13th on the north bank of the Cauvery, praised in the Thevaram hymns. The presiding deity is worshipped as Velladai Eswarar (Velvidainathar), tied to a legend in which Shiva sheltered devotees from a storm. It is a small but historically significant Chola-era shrine in the temple-dense Kuthalam belt.
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Before you go to Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur
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 baseThirukkurukavur
DistrictMayiladuthurai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur is planned from Thirukkurukavur, one of the travel bases in Mayiladuthurai district. Use Thirukkurukavur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirukkurukavur 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.
Weather in Velvidainathar Temple, ThirukkurukavurSeasonal guide
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Today at Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur
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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Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur — at a glance
TimingsTypically 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober-March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur
Near Kuthalam, about 15 km from Mayiladuthurai; nearest railway Mayiladuthurai Jn (~15 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~150 km
Getting around Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur
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.
If you need help at Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur
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Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur?
Entry: Free. Timings: Typically 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur?
Base yourself in Thirukkurukavur 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 Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur?
About an hour.
What else is near Velvidainathar Temple, Thirukkurukavur?
Nearby you can pair Therazhundur Vedapureeswarar Temple (1.3 km), Devaadi Raja Perumal Temple, Therazhundur (1.3 km), Veerateeswarar Temple, Vazhuvur (4.4 km), Airavateswarar Temple, Ethirkolpadi (6.2 km).
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