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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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Before you go to Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi
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 baseThiruchengattankudi
DistrictNagapattinam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
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.
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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Today at Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi
Sunrise6:02 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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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 here
How to reach Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi
About 20 km north-west of Nagapattinam near Thiruppugalur; nearest railway station Nagapattinam or Nannilam; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) about 140 km
Getting around Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi
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 Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi
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Nearby
What’s near Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi
heritageChudamani Vihara (Nagapattinam Buddhist Heritage Site) 16.7 km · ~28 min by cab · straight line
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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).
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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- Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi:Pa. Jambulingam via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CC BY-SA 4.0