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Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil
A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple near Thirumeeyachur, forming a twin shrine to the larger Meganathar temple in the same locality. The deity is worshipped as Sakalabuvaneswarar and the temple is revered in the Tevaram hymns of the Nayanmars. It sits within the Nannilam-Peralam cluster of Cauvery-delta Shiva shrines.
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Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseThirumeeyachur
DistrictThiruvarur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil is planned from Thirumeeyachur, one of the travel bases in Thiruvarur district. Use Thirumeeyachur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirumeeyachur 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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Today at Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil
Sunrise6:02 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.
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160 m · 2 min walk
A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple near Peralam, glorified in the Tevaram of Tirugnanasambandar. It is especially renowned for the shrine of the goddess Lalithambigai, a powerful centre for worship linked to the Lalitha Sahasranamam tradition. The temple is a noted destination for devotees seeking relief from planetary afflictions.
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Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil — 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 Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil
About 5 km from Peralam and 12 km from Nannilam; nearest railway station Nannilam; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~110 km.
Getting around Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil
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 Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil
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Nearby
What’s near Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil
heritageSthalasayana (Kripasamudra) Perumal Temple, Thirusirupuliyur 2.3 km · 29 min walk · straight line
heritageVeezhinathar (Nethrarpaneswarar) Temple, Thiruveezhimizhalai 8.5 km · ~14 min by cab · straight line
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Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
How do I reach Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil?
Base yourself in Thirumeeyachur 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 Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil?
About an hour.
What else is near Sakalabuvaneswarar Temple, Thirumeeyachur Ilankoil?
Nearby you can pair Meganathaswamy (Lalithambigai) Temple, Thirumeeyachur (160 m), Sthalasayana (Kripasamudra) Perumal Temple, Thirusirupuliyur (2.3 km), Paampuranathar Temple, Thirupampuram (3.5 km), Ambal Brahmapureeswarar Temple, Ambar (5.0 km).
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