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Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal
A Shiva temple among the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams, praised in the Tevaram by the saints Appar and Sambandar, with the presiding deity Rathnagiriswarar and the goddess Aamothala Nayaki (Vanduvar Kuzhali). It is regarded as a Maadakovil temple built on an elevation by the early Chola king Kochengat Chola. Its name derives from a marugal plantain said to grow within the temple.
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Before you go to Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal
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 baseThirumarugal
DistrictNagapattinam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal is planned from Thirumarugal, one of the travel bases in Nagapattinam district. Use Thirumarugal for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirumarugal 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.
Weather in Rathnagiriswarar Temple, ThirumarugalSeasonal guide
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Today at Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal
Sunrise6:01 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.
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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Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal — 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 Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal
About 20 km north-west of Nagapattinam near Nannilam; nearest railway station Nannilam or Nagapattinam; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) about 140 km
Getting around Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal
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 Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal
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Nearby
What’s near Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal
templeGanapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi 2.7 km · ~7 min by auto · straight line
heritageChudamani Vihara (Nagapattinam Buddhist Heritage Site) 15.3 km · ~25 min by cab · straight line
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Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, morning and evening (approx. 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM).
How do I reach Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal?
Base yourself in Thirumarugal 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 Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal?
About an hour.
What else is near Rathnagiriswarar Temple, Thirumarugal?
Nearby you can pair Ganapatheeswarar (Uthirapasupatheeswarar) Temple, Thiruchengattankudi (2.7 km), Neelamegha Perumal Temple, Thirukkannapuram (4.8 km), Agnipureeswarar Temple, Thiruppugalur (5.0 km), Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Thirukkuvalai (11.7 km).
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