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Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai
A Shiva temple in Uthukottai town in the north-western corner of Thiruvallur district, near the Tamil Nadu-Andhra Pradesh border. The presiding deity is worshipped as Papahareswarar, the remover of sins.
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Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai
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Plan Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai
Typetemple
Nearest baseThirupachur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThirupachur
DistrictThiruvallur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple in Uthukottai town in the north-western corner of Thiruvallur district, near the Tamil Nadu-Andhra Pradesh border. The presiding deity is worshipped as Papahareswarar, the remover of sins.
Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai is planned from Thirupachur, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Thirupachur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai — at a glance
Timings7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM daily
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: In Uthukottai town near the Andhra Pradesh border; nearest town Tiruvallur (~25 km); nearest railway Tiruvallur; Chennai (MAA) airport ~55 km.
A quiet town temple in the north-western part of the district.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirupachur 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.
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What’s near Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai
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Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai?
Entry: Free. Timings: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai?
Base yourself in Thirupachur 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 Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai?
About an hour.
What else is near Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai?
Nearby you can pair Veeraraghava Swamy Temple, Thiruvallur (1.8 km), Pasupatheeswarar Temple, Thirupachur (4.1 km), Muktheeswarar Temple, Kadambathur (6.1 km), Poondi Reservoir (Sathyamurthy Sagar) (8.5 km).
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