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Alagirinathar Temple
A Vishnu temple in the centre of Salem near the old fort area, also known locally as Kottai Perumal Koil. It is one of the older Vaishnavite shrines in the city. This temple guide is organized from Udayapatti in Salem district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Alagirinathar Temple.
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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 baseUdayapatti
DistrictSalem
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit6→Alagirinathar Temple is planned from Udayapatti, one of the travel bases in Salem district. Use Udayapatti for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Udayapatti or nearby in Salem, 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 Alagirinathar Temple
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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mosqueSalem Jama Masjid
400 m · 5 min walk
Described as the oldest mosque in Salem, standing on the southern bank of the Thirumanimutharu river in the city centre. It is a long-standing centre of the local Muslim community.
churchLechler Memorial Church
1.6 km · 20 min walk
The oldest church in Salem, built in 1856 by a German missionary in the Fort area of the city. It commemorates missionary Johann Lechler and is a heritage landmark.
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Alagirinathar Temple — at a glance
TimingsApprox 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM
Best timeOctober to March; festival days
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Alagirinathar Temple
In Salem city centre; nearest railway Salem Junction (~3 km); nearest airport Salem (SXV) ~15 km.
Getting around Alagirinathar 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.
If you need help at Alagirinathar Temple
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When is the best time to visit Alagirinathar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Alagirinathar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Approx 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM.
How do I reach Alagirinathar Temple?
Base yourself in Udayapatti or nearby in Salem, 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 Alagirinathar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Alagirinathar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Salem Jama Masjid (400 m), Appa Paithiyam Swamy Temple (1.1 km), Lechler Memorial Church (1.6 km), Kandhashramam (1.8 km).
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