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Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple
One of the district's most popular shrines, dedicated to Sri Madhura Kaliamman, a fierce form of Goddess Kali. The temple traditionally opens only on Mondays and Fridays and draws very large crowds during its festival.
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Before you go to Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple
Entry rules not verified for this temple. Many Hindu temples in Kerala 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 basePerambalur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/basePerambalur
DistrictPerambalur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
One of the district's most popular shrines, dedicated to Sri Madhura Kaliamman, a fierce form of Goddess Kali. The temple traditionally opens only on Mondays and Fridays and draws very large crowds during its festival.
Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple is planned from Perambalur, one of the travel bases in Perambalur district. Use Perambalur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple — at a glance
TimingsTraditionally open on Mondays and Fridays; darshan hours vary during festivals
Best timeNovember–February; festival season draws the largest crowds
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple
Near Siruvachur, about 10 km south of Perambalur town; town buses and shared autos run on temple days. Nearest railway Perambalur (~10 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~45 km.
Extremely crowded on Fridays and during the annual festival; confirm the weekly opening schedule before visiting.
Getting around Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple
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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Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Perambalur or nearby in Perambalur, 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 Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple
Sunrise6:03 am
Sunset6:38 pm
Golden hour best light5:38 pm–6:38 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:38 pm–7:03 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingWNW · 287°
Moon tonight🌗 Last quarter · 45%
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Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Traditionally open on Mondays and Fridays; darshan hours vary during festivals. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple?
Base yourself in Perambalur or nearby in Perambalur, 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 Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple?
Nearby you can pair Bramma Rishi Hill (Sri Kamba Perumal Temple), Elambalur (9.5 km), Balathandapani (Thandayuthapani) Temple, Chettikulam (11.6 km), Ekambareswarar Temple, Chettikulam (11.7 km), National Fossil Wood Park, Sathanur (12.2 km).
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- Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple:Karthika Manikandan · CC BY 4.0