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Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur
A Ganesha temple at Uppur whose name means the Vinayaka who 'desired the sun', as the deity is traditionally worshipped in the open under sunlight. By local legend Rama worshipped here on his way toward the crossing to Lanka. It is a well-known Vinayaka shrine on the district's temple circuit.
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Before you go to Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur
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 baseUppur
DistrictRamanathapuram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur is planned from Uppur, one of the travel bases in Ramanathapuram district. Use Uppur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Uppur or nearby in Ramanathapuram, 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.
Weather in Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, UppurSeasonal guide
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Today at Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur
Sunrise6:06 am
Sunset6:24 pm
Golden hour best light5:24 pm–6:24 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:24 pm–6:49 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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Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur — at a glance
TimingsRoughly 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 to 8:00 PM (timings vary)
Best timeOctober to March, during the cooler dry season
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur
Nearest town Ramanathapuram (~30 km); nearest railway Ramanathapuram (~30 km); Madurai Airport (IXM) ~95 km
Getting around Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur
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 Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur
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Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur?
Entry: Free. Timings: Roughly 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 to 8:00 PM (timings vary).
How do I reach Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur?
Base yourself in Uppur or nearby in Ramanathapuram, 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 Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur?
About an hour.
What else is near Veyil Ugandha Vinayakar Temple, Uppur?
Nearby you can pair Bagampriyal Temple, Thiruvetriyur (9.9 km), Adhi Ratneswarar Temple, Thiruvadanai (18.0 km), Thondi (19.2 km), St. John de Britto Shrine, Oriyur (28.7 km).
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