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Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills
A Shiva temple on the Kolli Hills plateau, one of the principal shrines of the hill range and a common stop on the Kolli Hills temple circuit. This temple guide is organized from Kolli Hills in Namakkal 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 Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills.
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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.
We report each site's own published rules neutrally, and only where we can source them.
Typetemple
Nearest baseKolli Hills
DistrictNamakkal
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit12→Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills is planned from Kolli Hills, one of the travel bases in Namakkal district. Use Kolli Hills for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kolli Hills or nearby in Namakkal, 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 Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills
Sunrise6:07 am
Sunset6:27 pm
Golden hour best light5:27 pm–6:27 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:27 pm–6:52 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 81%
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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Top experiences around Kolli Hills
10 more places around Kolli Hills, each worth a day of its own.
viewpointKolli Hills
5.8 km · ~15 min by auto
A Ghats hill range (Kollimalai) reached via 70 hairpin bends, known for the Arappaleeswarar temple, the Agaya Gangai waterfall, and jackfruit and pepper estates.
waterfallAgaya Gangai Falls
5.4 km · ~13 min by auto
A roughly 300-ft waterfall on the Aiyaru river in Kolli Hills, reached by a steep descent of around 1000 steps.
waterfallMasila Falls
4.8 km · ~12 min by auto
A waterfall on the Kolli Hills plateau, smaller and less visited than Agaya Gangai but a scenic stop for hill-circuit visitors.
templeEttukai Amman Temple (Kolli Paavai)
6.1 km · ~15 min by auto
An ancient hill shrine to Ettukai Amman, the eight-armed guardian goddess of the Kolli Hills, locally known as Kollipavai. The deity and the hills are referenced in Sangam-era Tamil literature. Pilgrims gather in large numbers on Amavasai (new moon) days.
viewpointSeekuparai Viewpoint
6.4 km · ~16 min by auto
A popular viewpoint about 2 km from Semmedu, looking out over the forested valleys and ridges of the Eastern Ghats. It is a favoured spot for sunrise and sunset photography.
viewpointSelur Viewpoint
6.1 km · ~15 min by auto
One of the highest viewpoints in the Kolli Hills, overlooking mist-covered valleys and rolling ridges. Selur Nadu is historically associated with the Sangam-age chieftain King Pari of this region.
viewpointKolli Hills Botanical Garden
6.6 km · ~16 min by auto
A landscaped garden about 3 km from Semmedu with a rose garden, herbal park, children's park and eco-friendly cottages, along with its own viewpoint. It is one of the main organised attractions on the hills.
viewpointKollimalai Boat House (Vasalurpatty Lake)
5.5 km · ~14 min by auto
A boating facility on an artificial lake at Vasalurpatty, ringed by dense greenery and boulder-strewn islets. The lake holds water year-round, making pedal and row boating a popular family activity.
viewpointSiddhar Caves
5.4 km · ~13 min by auto
Centuries-old caves believed to have been used by Siddhars, traditional Tamil medicine practitioners and ascetics, for meditation. Narrow chambers, carved stone steps and spiritual carvings can still be seen.
waterfallNamma Falls (Namma Aruvi)
6.0 km · ~15 min by auto
A small, secluded waterfall reached by a short walk from the road, surrounded by forest and rocky terrain. Far quieter than Agaya Gangai, it makes a peaceful bathing and picnic spot.
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Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills — at a glance
TimingsApprox 6am-12pm and 4pm-8pm daily
Best timePleasant most of the year
Entry: Free — indicative, confirm on site
Getting here
How to reach Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills
Nearest railway Namakkal/Salem Jn (~75 km); nearest airport Salem (SXV)
Getting around Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills
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.
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When is the best time to visit Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills?
Entry: Free — indicative, confirm on site. Timings: Approx 6am-12pm and 4pm-8pm daily.
How do I reach Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills?
Base yourself in Kolli Hills or nearby in Namakkal, 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 Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills?
About an hour.
What else is near Arapaleeswarar Temple, Kolli Hills?
Nearby you can pair Masila Falls (4.8 km), Agaya Gangai Falls (5.4 km), Siddhar Caves (5.4 km), Kollimalai Boat House (Vasalurpatty Lake) (5.5 km).
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