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Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur
An ancient Shiva temple in the Western Ghats foothill town of Vasudevanallur, also known as the Chinthamaninatha Swami Temple. The presiding deity is worshipped in the Ardhanareeswara form uniting Shiva and Parvati. It is a well-known devotional stop on the Sivagiri-Courtallam temple circuit.
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseVasudevanallur
DistrictTenkasi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur is planned from Vasudevanallur, one of the travel bases in Tenkasi district. Use Vasudevanallur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Vasudevanallur 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 Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur
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.
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Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeNovember to February, and around the Courtallam falls season when the circuit is busiest.
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur
Nearest town Sivagiri ~8 km; nearest railway Sankarankovil station ~25 km or Tenkasi Junction ~30 km; nearest airport Tuticorin (TCR) ~90 km or Madurai (IXM) ~130 km.
Getting around Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur
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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Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
Base yourself in Vasudevanallur 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 Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
About an hour.
What else is near Arthanareeswarar Temple (Chinthamaninathar), Vasudevanallur?
Nearby you can pair Puli Thevar Memorial Palace, Nerkattumseval (13.2 km), Thirumalapuram Rock-Cut Cave Temples (14.7 km), Karuppanadhi Dam (16.5 km), Sankaranarayanaswamy Temple, Sankarankovil (17.9 km).
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