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Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple
The Ardhanareeswarar temple is a notable Shiva temple in the town of Cumbum, in the fertile Cumbum valley. It is dedicated to the half-male, half-female form of Shiva and Parvati. It serves as one of the principal temples of the town.
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Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple
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Plan Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple
Typeheritage
Nearest baseKamayagoundanpatti
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKamayagoundanpatti
DistrictTheni
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
The Ardhanareeswarar temple is a notable Shiva temple in the town of Cumbum, in the fertile Cumbum valley. It is dedicated to the half-male, half-female form of Shiva and Parvati. It serves as one of the principal temples of the town.
Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple is planned from Kamayagoundanpatti, one of the travel bases in Theni district. Use Kamayagoundanpatti for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple — at a glance
TimingsRoughly 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 4:00 to 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to February
Entry: Free
Getting there: In Cumbum town, about 35 km from Theni; nearest railway Bodinayakkanur or Theni; nearest airport Madurai (IXM), about 90 km.
A central town temple; easy to combine with a Cumbum valley or Suruli Falls trip.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kamayagoundanpatti or nearby in Theni, 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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Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Roughly 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 4:00 to 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple?
Base yourself in Kamayagoundanpatti or nearby in Theni, 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 Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Cumbum (620 m), Cumbum Valley (Grapes City) (710 m), Chinna Suruli Falls (1.6 km), Kamayagoundanpatti Shanmuganathar Temple (3.8 km).
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