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Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple
This ancient Murugan (Balasubramanya) temple in Periyakulam is traditionally credited to the Chola king Rajendra Chola, said to have modelled the site on Kasi (Varanasi). Devotees bathe in the associated Brahma theertham, believed to have curative powers. Major festivals include Panguni Uthiram and Maha Karthigai.
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Typeheritage
Nearest basePeriyakulam
DistrictTheni
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit5→Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple is planned from Periyakulam, one of the travel bases in Theni district. Use Periyakulam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Periyakulam 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 Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple
Sunrise6:11 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 Periyakulam
4 more places around Periyakulam, each worth a day of its own.
damSothuparai Dam
9.2 km · ~15 min by cab
A scenic reservoir near Periyakulam set against the Western Ghats with a landscaped park and fountains. It is a popular local picnic and photography spot, especially after the monsoon.
damManjalar Dam
12.5 km · ~21 min by cab
A dam across the Manjalar River, a tributary of the Vaigai, that supplies irrigation to the surrounding farmland. Its calm reservoir and hill backdrop make it a quiet outing spot.
townPeriyakulam
240 m · 3 min walk
A historic town at the foot of the Kodaikanal hills renowned for its mango orchards, earning it a reputation as a mango-trading centre. It serves as a base for visiting Kumbakkarai Falls and Sothuparai Dam.
waterfallKumbakkarai Falls
6.8 km · ~17 min by auto
Kumbakkarai Falls lies in the foothills of the Palani (Kodaikanal) hills, about 25 km from Theni town, where the Pambar river descends in a series of cascades and rock pools. The water collects in natural bathing pools before dropping further, and the surrounding forest makes it a popular bathing and picnic spot. It is counted among the three best-known waterfalls of Theni district.
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Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple — at a glance
TimingsRoughly 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 4:00 to 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to February; festival days for the full experience
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple
In Periyakulam town, about 18 km from Theni; nearest railway Theni or Madurai Jn; nearest airport Madurai (IXM), about 80 km.
Getting around Periyakulam Balasubramaniar 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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Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Roughly 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 4:00 to 8:30 PM.
How do I reach Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple?
Base yourself in Periyakulam 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 Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Periyakulam Balasubramaniar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Periyakulam (240 m), Kumbakkarai Falls (6.8 km), Vaigai Dam (8.9 km), Sothuparai Dam (9.2 km).
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