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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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Plan Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseSiruvachur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSiruvachur
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 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.
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 there: 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 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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What’s near Siruvachur Madhura Kaliamman Temple
viewpointBramma Rishi Hill (Sri Kamba Perumal Temple), Elambalur9.5 km awayheritageBalathandapani (Thandayuthapani) Temple, Chettikulam11.6 km awayheritageEkambareswarar Temple, Chettikulam11.7 km awayparkNational Fossil Wood Park, Sathanur12.2 km awayheritageVisvakudi Dam (Visuvakudi Reservoir)13.8 km awayheritageMelapuliyur Shiva Temple (Arunachaleswarar)14.2 km away
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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 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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