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Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam
A Shiva temple on the southern bank of the Cauvery, revered as the 70th Paadal Petra Sthalam in the 7th-century Tevaram hymns. It is one of very few temples with a separate shrine for Yama, the god of death, seated beside Chitragupta. Regarded as a Mukti (Moksha) Sthalam where those who die are believed to attain liberation, it draws pilgrims performing death and ancestral rites.
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Plan Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam
Typeheritage
Nearest baseSrivanchiyam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSrivanchiyam
DistrictThiruvarur
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple on the southern bank of the Cauvery, revered as the 70th Paadal Petra Sthalam in the 7th-century Tevaram hymns. It is one of very few temples with a separate shrine for Yama, the god of death, seated beside Chitragupta. Regarded as a Mukti (Moksha) Sthalam where those who die are believed to attain liberation, it draws pilgrims performing death and ancestral rites.
Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam is planned from Srivanchiyam, one of the travel bases in Thiruvarur district. Use Srivanchiyam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 10 km east of Tiruvarur town; nearest railhead Tiruvarur Junction (~10 km) with Nannilam also close; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~100 km.
A quiet delta temple frequented for ancestral rites; visit in the morning and dress modestly.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Srivanchiyam or nearby in Thiruvarur, 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 Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam
townNannilam4.6 km awayheritageSubramanya Swamy Temple, Engan7.2 km awaytempleSaraswathi Temple, Koothanur7.4 km awaytempleBhaktavatsala Perumal Temple, Thirukkannamangai8.2 km awayheritageVeezhinathar (Nethrarpaneswarar) Temple, Thiruveezhimizhalai8.3 km awayheritageSoundareswararswamy Temple, Thiruppanaiyur9.2 km away
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Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam?
Base yourself in Srivanchiyam or nearby in Thiruvarur, 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 Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam?
About an hour.
What else is near Vanchinathaswamy Temple, Srivanchiyam?
Nearby you can pair Nannilam (4.6 km), Subramanya Swamy Temple, Engan (7.2 km), Saraswathi Temple, Koothanur (7.4 km), Bhaktavatsala Perumal Temple, Thirukkannamangai (8.2 km).
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