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Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram
A west-facing Shiva temple with a five-tiered rajagopuram, traditionally linked to the Sangam-age chieftain Valvil Ori, whose standing idol is present in the temple. The main lingam is regarded as swayambhu (self-manifested) and bears a mark said to have come from Ori's arrow.
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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.
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Typetemple
Nearest baseRasipuram
DistrictNamakkal
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram is planned from Rasipuram, one of the travel bases in Namakkal district. Use Rasipuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Rasipuram 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 Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram
Sunrise6:07 am
Sunset6:28 pm
Golden hour best light5:28 pm–6:28 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:28 pm–6:53 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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Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram — at a glance
TimingsDaily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 4:00 PM-8:00 PM (timings vary)
Best timeOctober to March, during the cooler dry season
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram
In Rasipuram town, about 25 km north of Namakkal. Nearest railway station Rasipuram (~2 km); nearest airports Salem (SXV) ~35 km or Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~100 km.
Getting around Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram
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 Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram
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When is the best time to visit Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 4:00 PM-8:00 PM (timings vary).
How do I reach Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram?
Base yourself in Rasipuram 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 Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram?
About an hour.
What else is near Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram?
Nearby you can pair Mariamman Temple, Rasipuram (470 m), Vaiyapamalai Murugan Temple (16.7 km), Jedarpalayam Dam (18.8 km), Selur Viewpoint (25.0 km).
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- Kailasanathar Temple, Rasipuram:Jagadeeswarann99, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0