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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. 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 baseSiruvachur
DistrictPerambalur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple is planned from Siruvachur, one of the travel bases in Perambalur district. Use Siruvachur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Siruvachur 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
Sunrise6:05 am
Sunset6:25 pm
Golden hour best light5:25 pm–6:25 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:25 pm–6:50 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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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.
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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Nearby
What’s near Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple
viewpointBramma Rishi Hill (Sri Kamba Perumal Temple), Elambalur 9.5 km · ~16 min by cab · straight line
heritageBalathandapani (Thandayuthapani) Temple, Chettikulam 11.6 km · ~19 min by cab · straight line
heritageJotheeswarar (Aamravaneswarar) Temple, Thirumanthurai 27.9 km · ~47 min by cab · straight line
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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.
How do I reach Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple?
Base yourself in Siruvachur 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