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Thiruppurambiyam Sakthivaneswarar Temple
A Tevaram-sung Shiva temple near Kumbakonam, standing at the site of the historic 9th-century Battle of Thirupurambiyam that helped establish Chola supremacy in the region. The temple is associated with legends of Nandi worshipping Shiva and is an old, sculpturally rich foundation. It combines religious and historical significance for the delta.
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Thiruppurambiyam Sakthivaneswarar Temple
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Typetemple
Nearest baseThiruppurambiyam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThiruppurambiyam
DistrictThanjavur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Tevaram-sung Shiva temple near Kumbakonam, standing at the site of the historic 9th-century Battle of Thirupurambiyam that helped establish Chola supremacy in the region. The temple is associated with legends of Nandi worshipping Shiva and is an old, sculpturally rich foundation. It combines religious and historical significance for the delta.
Thiruppurambiyam Sakthivaneswarar Temple is planned from Thiruppurambiyam, one of the travel bases in Thanjavur district. Use Thiruppurambiyam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Thiruppurambiyam Sakthivaneswarar Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March (cooler and drier)
Entry: Free
Getting there: Thiruppurambiyam, ~8 km from Kumbakonam; Tiruchirappalli airport ~95 km
Of interest for its link to the pivotal 9th-century Chola battle.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruppurambiyam or nearby in Thanjavur, 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.
Distance by road
- Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)58 km
- Madurai190 km
- Puducherry170 km
- Coimbatore215 km
- Chennai350 km
Road km to Thanjavur; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
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Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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When is the best time to visit Thiruppurambiyam Sakthivaneswarar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Thiruppurambiyam Sakthivaneswarar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Thiruppurambiyam Sakthivaneswarar Temple?
Base yourself in Thiruppurambiyam or nearby in Thanjavur, 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 Thiruppurambiyam Sakthivaneswarar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Thiruppurambiyam Sakthivaneswarar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Nageswaran Temple (1.9 km), Chakrapani Temple (3.1 km), Adi Kumbeswarar Temple (3.3 km), Thanjavur Bronze Icon Craft (3.6 km).
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