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Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam
A memorial mandapam at Sirukoodalpatti near Karaikudi honouring Kannadasan, the celebrated 20th-century Tamil poet and film lyricist known as 'Kaviarasu' (King of Poets), who hailed from this region. It commemorates one of Tamil Nadu's most beloved literary figures. The memorial is listed among the district's official places of interest.
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Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseSirukoodalpatti
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSirukoodalpatti
DistrictSivaganga
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A memorial mandapam at Sirukoodalpatti near Karaikudi honouring Kannadasan, the celebrated 20th-century Tamil poet and film lyricist known as 'Kaviarasu' (King of Poets), who hailed from this region. It commemorates one of Tamil Nadu's most beloved literary figures. The memorial is listed among the district's official places of interest.
Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam is planned from Sirukoodalpatti, one of the travel bases in Sivaganga district. Use Sirukoodalpatti for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, roughly 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 10 km from Karaikudi; nearest railway Karaikudi Junction (~10 km); nearest airport Madurai (IXM) ~80 km
A public memorial to the beloved Tamil poet-lyricist Kannadasan, a native of this area.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sirukoodalpatti 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 Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam
heritageAthangudi Palace (Periya Veedu / Sri Lakshmi Vilas)650 m awayactivityAthangudi Tiles Workshops710 m awaytempleKottaiyur Kailasanathar Temple3.5 km awayheritageChettinad Heritage Mansions, Karaikudi3.9 km awaytempleVairavanpatti Vairavar Temple4.4 km awayheritageAayiram Jannal Veedu (Thousand Windows House), Karaikudi4.7 km away
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Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, roughly 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam?
Base yourself in Sirukoodalpatti 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 Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam?
About an hour.
What else is near Kaviarasu Kannadasan Manimandapam?
Nearby you can pair Athangudi Palace (Periya Veedu / Sri Lakshmi Vilas) (650 m), Athangudi Tiles Workshops (710 m), Kottaiyur Kailasanathar Temple (3.5 km), Chettinad Heritage Mansions, Karaikudi (3.9 km).
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