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Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple
One of the nine Nagarathar clan temples of Chettinad, located at Iraniyur near Keelasivalpatti, about 25 km from Karaikudi on the Pillaiyarpatti road. The Shiva temple carries stone inscriptions dating back to the 16th century recording royal grants and community endowments. It serves as the ancestral temple of one section of the Nattukottai Chettiar community.
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Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple
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Plan Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseIraniyur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseIraniyur
DistrictSivaganga
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
One of the nine Nagarathar clan temples of Chettinad, located at Iraniyur near Keelasivalpatti, about 25 km from Karaikudi on the Pillaiyarpatti road. The Shiva temple carries stone inscriptions dating back to the 16th century recording royal grants and community endowments. It serves as the ancestral temple of one section of the Nattukottai Chettiar community.
Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple is planned from Iraniyur, one of the travel bases in Sivaganga district. Use Iraniyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 4:00-8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 25 km from Karaikudi on the Pillaiyarpatti road; nearest railway Karaikudi Junction (~25 km); nearest airport Madurai (IXM) ~70 km
A Nagarathar clan temple with 16th-century stone inscriptions of royal grants.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Iraniyur or nearby in Sivaganga, 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 Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple
templeKundrakudi Shanmughanathar (Murugan) Temple2.3 km awaytempleKarpaka Vinayakar Temple, Pillaiyarpatti4.4 km awaytempleSoorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple6.0 km awayheritageKanadukathan Chettinad Palace9.0 km awaytempleSolai Andavar Ayyanar Temple, Pallathur9.3 km awaytempleVelankudi Nagarathar Clan Temple9.6 km away
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Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 4:00-8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple?
Base yourself in Iraniyur or nearby in Sivaganga, 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 Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Iraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple?
Nearby you can pair Kundrakudi Shanmughanathar (Murugan) Temple (2.3 km), Karpaka Vinayakar Temple, Pillaiyarpatti (4.4 km), Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple (6.0 km), Kanadukathan Chettinad Palace (9.0 km).
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