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Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)
A Shiva temple in Koovam village on the Cooum river, counted among the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams and the 14th Shiva Sthalam of Thondai Nadu. The presiding deity is Thiripuranthakeswarar with consort Thiripurasundari.
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Before you go to Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)
Entry rules not verified for this temple. Some Hindu temples admit only Hindus, and most enforce a dress code at the door. We have not verified the rule for this particular temple, so please check before you travel — especially if you are not Hindu or are visiting from outside India.
We report each site's own published rules neutrally, and only where we can source them.
Typetemple
Nearest baseKoovam
DistrictThiruvallur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam) is planned from Koovam, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Koovam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Koovam or nearby in Thiruvallur, 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.
Weather in Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)Seasonal guide
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Today at Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)
Sunrise6:00 am
Sunset6:22 pm
Golden hour best light5:22 pm–6:22 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:22 pm–6:47 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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Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam) — at a glance
Timings7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM daily
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)
About 15 km from Tiruvallur town; nearest railway Sevvapet Road on the Chennai-Arakkonam line; Chennai (MAA) airport ~45 km.
Getting around Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)
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.
If you need help at Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)
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Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)?
Entry: Free. Timings: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM daily.
How do I reach Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)?
Base yourself in Koovam or nearby in Thiruvallur, 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 Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)?
About an hour.
What else is near Thiripuranthakeswarar Temple, Thiruvirkolam (Koovam)?
Nearby you can pair Muktheeswarar Temple, Kadambathur (9.5 km), Vadaranyeswarar Temple, Tiruvalangadu (11.8 km), Pasupatheeswarar Temple, Thirupachur (13.6 km), Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai (14.8 km).
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