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Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi
A Shiva temple among the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams, revered in the 7th-century Tevaram, and famous for its celebrated Vatapi Ganapathi (Ganesha) shrine whose bronze idol is said to have been brought from Vatapi after a Pallava campaign. The village is honoured as the birthplace of Siruthonda Nayanar, one of the 63 Saivite Nayanmars, whose family is depicted in the temple.
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Plan Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi
Typetemple
Nearest baseThiruchengattankudi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThiruchengattankudi
DistrictNagapattinam
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple among the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams, revered in the 7th-century Tevaram, and famous for its celebrated Vatapi Ganapathi (Ganesha) shrine whose bronze idol is said to have been brought from Vatapi after a Pallava campaign. The village is honoured as the birthplace of Siruthonda Nayanar, one of the 63 Saivite Nayanmars, whose family is depicted in the temple.
Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi is planned from Thiruchengattankudi, one of the travel bases in Nagapattinam district. Use Thiruchengattankudi for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, morning and evening (approx. 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM)
Best timeNovember to February (cooler, dry season)
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 20 km north-west of Nagapattinam near Thiruppugalur; nearest railway station Nagapattinam or Nannilam; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) about 140 km
Known for the Vatapi Ganapathi shrine; a short detour from other Tevaram temples nearby.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruchengattankudi or nearby in Nagapattinam, 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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What’s near Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi
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Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, morning and evening (approx. 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi?
Base yourself in Thiruchengattankudi or nearby in Nagapattinam, 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 Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi?
About an hour.
What else is near Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi?
Nearby you can pair Neelamegha Perumal Temple, Thirukkannapuram (2.3 km), Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal (2.7 km), Agnipureeswarar Temple, Thiruppugalur (3.2 km), Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Thirukkuvalai (9.9 km).
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