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Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple
One of the nine ancestral clan (Nagara) temples of the Chettinad Nagarathar community, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Traditionally attributed to Pandya-era patronage, it is the clan temple of one exogamous section of the Nattukottai Chettiars. It forms part of the customary circuit of the nine Nagarathar temples in Sivaganga district.
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Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple
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Typetemple
Nearest baseSoorakudi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSoorakudi
DistrictSivaganga
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
One of the nine ancestral clan (Nagara) temples of the Chettinad Nagarathar community, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Traditionally attributed to Pandya-era patronage, it is the clan temple of one exogamous section of the Nattukottai Chettiars. It forms part of the customary circuit of the nine Nagarathar temples in Sivaganga district.
Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple is planned from Soorakudi, one of the travel bases in Sivaganga district. Use Soorakudi for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Soorakudi 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 12 km from Karaikudi; nearest railway Karaikudi Junction (~12 km); nearest airport Madurai (IXM) ~80 km
One of the nine Nagarathar clan temples on the traditional Chettinad pilgrimage circuit.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Soorakudi 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.
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Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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What’s near Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple
templeSolai Andavar Ayyanar Temple, Pallathur3.6 km awayheritageKanadukathan Chettinad Palace4.0 km awayheritagePallathur Chettinad Mansions4.4 km awaytempleVelankudi Nagarathar Clan Temple4.5 km awaytempleIraniyur Nagarathar Clan Temple6.0 km awaytempleKundrakudi Shanmughanathar (Murugan) Temple7.3 km away
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Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Soorakudi 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 Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple?
Base yourself in Soorakudi 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 Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Soorakudi Nagarathar Clan Temple?
Nearby you can pair Solai Andavar Ayyanar Temple, Pallathur (3.6 km), Kanadukathan Chettinad Palace (4.0 km), Pallathur Chettinad Mansions (4.4 km), Velankudi Nagarathar Clan Temple (4.5 km).
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