Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar

A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple in the Mannargudi region, revered in the Tevaram of the Saiva Nayanmars. The deity is worshipped as Parijatavaneswarar, the name linked to the celestial Parijata (coral) tree. It is one of the lesser-visited Tevara sthalams of the delta.

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Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseThirukkalar
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThirukkalar
DistrictThiruvarur
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.

A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple in the Mannargudi region, revered in the Tevaram of the Saiva Nayanmars. The deity is worshipped as Parijatavaneswarar, the name linked to the celestial Parijata (coral) tree. It is one of the lesser-visited Tevara sthalams of the delta.

Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar is planned from Thirukkalar, one of the travel bases in Thiruvarur district. Use Thirukkalar for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.

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Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar — 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 8 km from Mannargudi; nearest railway station Mannargudi; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~110 km.

A quiet, lesser-visited Tevaram sthalam; confirm opening times locally before travelling.

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  • Base yourself in Thirukkalar 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.
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Best time

October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.

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Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar — frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar?

October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.

What are the entry fee and timings at Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar?

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 Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar?

Base yourself in Thirukkalar 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 Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar?

About an hour.

What else is near Parijatavaneswarar Temple, Thirukkalar?

Nearby you can pair Rajagopalaswamy Temple, Mannargudi (2.2 km), Thulasendrapuram (Dharma Sastha Temple) (9.0 km), Needamangalam (11.5 km), Vaduvur Kothandaramaswamy Temple (14.3 km).

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