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Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple
This ancient Vishnu temple near Tirupathur is one of the 108 Divya Desams glorified in the Naalayira Divya Prabandham of the Alvars. It is famed as the place where the Vaishnava acharya Ramanuja proclaimed the sacred Ashtakshara mantra 'Om Namo Narayanaya' to all people from the temple tower, defying his teacher's instruction to keep it secret. Its landmark Ashtanga Vimana rises even taller than the five-tiered rajagopuram and enshrines the deity in three postures across its levels.
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Before you go to Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple
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 baseThirukoshtiyur
DistrictSivaganga
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple is planned from Thirukoshtiyur, one of the travel bases in Sivaganga district. Use Thirukoshtiyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirukoshtiyur 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.
Weather in Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal TempleSeasonal guide
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Today at Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple
Sunrise6:07 am
Sunset6:26 pm
Golden hour best light5:26 pm–6:26 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:26 pm–6:51 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.
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Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 5:00-8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March; special crowds during Vaikunta Ekadasi and Divya Desam festivals
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple
About 9 km from Tirupathur town; nearest railway Karaikudi Junction (~30 km); nearest airport Madurai (IXM) ~55 km
Getting around Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal 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 Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple
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Nearby
What’s near Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple
templeVenkatachalapathy (Then Tirupati) Perumal Temple, Ariyakudi 11.2 km · ~19 min by cab · straight line
heritageAthangudi Palace (Periya Veedu / Sri Lakshmi Vilas) 20.7 km · ~34 min by cab · straight line
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Good to know
Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, roughly 6:00 AM-12:30 PM and 5:00-8:30 PM.
How do I reach Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple?
Base yourself in Thirukoshtiyur 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 Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Thirukoshtiyur Sowmya Narayana Perumal Temple?
Nearby you can pair Dakshinamurthy Gurusthalam, Pattamangalam (5.5 km), Vettangudi Bird Sanctuary (7.9 km), Venkatachalapathy (Then Tirupati) Perumal Temple, Ariyakudi (11.2 km), Karpaka Vinayakar Temple, Pillaiyarpatti (13.5 km).
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