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Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram
One of the oldest temples in Sundarapandiapuram, dedicated to Lord Rajagopala Swamy (Krishna) with his consorts Rukmini and Satyabhama. It stands in the same village celebrated for its sunflower fields near Tenkasi. It is a modest but locally venerated Vaishnavite shrine.
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Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseSundarapandiapuram
DistrictTenkasi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram is planned from Sundarapandiapuram, one of the travel bases in Tenkasi district. Use Sundarapandiapuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sundarapandiapuram or nearby in Tenkasi, 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 Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram
Sunrise6:12 am
Sunset6:30 pm
Golden hour best light5:30 pm–6:30 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:30 pm–6:55 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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Top experiences around Sundarapandiapuram
One more place around Sundarapandiapuram worth a day of its own.
heritageSundarapandiapuram Sunflower Fields
340 m · 4 min walk
A village near Tenkasi known for its wide sunflower fields at the foothills of the Western Ghats. The fields became famous as a shooting location for Mani Ratnam's 1992 film Roja and have since appeared in numerous songs and films. The village is also known for its rose cultivation.
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Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeNovember to February; can be paired with a visit to the nearby sunflower fields.
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram
Nearest town Tenkasi ~12 km; nearest railway Tenkasi Junction ~12 km; nearest airport Tuticorin (TCR) ~90 km or Madurai (IXM) ~140 km.
Getting around Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram
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.
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Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram?
Base yourself in Sundarapandiapuram or nearby in Tenkasi, 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 Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram?
About an hour.
What else is near Rajagopala Swamy Temple, Sundarapandiapuram?
Nearby you can pair Sundarapandiapuram Sunflower Fields (340 m), Ayikudi Balasubramanya Swami Temple (6.3 km), Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Tenkasi (9.5 km), Kadagalishwarar Temple (12.2 km).
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