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Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur
A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple and one of the Pancha Aranya Sthalams, associated with a former forest of bilva (vilva) trees, the temple's sacred tree. The deity is worshipped as Vilvaranyeswarar with the goddess Soundara Nayaki. It is revered in the Tevaram hymns of Tirugnanasambandar.
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseThirukkollampudur
DistrictThiruvarur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur is planned from Thirukkollampudur, one of the travel bases in Thiruvarur district. Use Thirukkollampudur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirukkollampudur 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.
Weather in Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, ThirukkollampudurSeasonal guide
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Today at Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur
Sunrise6:03 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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Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur
About 6 km from Koradacheri; nearest railway station Koradacheri or Nannilam; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~95 km.
Getting around Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur
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 Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur
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Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
How do I reach Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur?
Base yourself in Thirukkollampudur 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 Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur?
About an hour.
What else is near Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur?
Nearby you can pair Government Museum, Tiruvarur (5.2 km), Apatsahayeswarar Temple (Guru Sthalam), Alangudi (5.7 km), Saraswathi Temple, Koothanur (6.8 km), Subramanya Swamy Temple, Engan (6.9 km).
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- Vilvaranyeswarar Temple, Thirukkollampudur:பா.ஜம்புலிங்கம் (via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0) · CC BY-SA 4.0