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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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Typeheritage
Nearest baseKamayagoundanpatti
DistrictTheni
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→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.
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.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Today at Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple
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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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 here
How to reach Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar Temple
In Cumbum town, about 35 km from Theni; nearest railway Bodinayakkanur or Theni; nearest airport Madurai (IXM), about 90 km.
Getting around Cumbum Ardhanareeswarar 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.
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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.
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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