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Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman
A popular Mariamman temple, also called Paadaikavadi Mariamman, on the Mannargudi road about 9 km from Kumbakonam and listed among the district's official places of interest. It is a folk-goddess shrine that draws large crowds during its annual festival. It represents the Amman (village-goddess) tradition alongside the district's Agamic temples.
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Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseValangaiman
DistrictThiruvarur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman is planned from Valangaiman, one of the travel bases in Thiruvarur district. Use Valangaiman for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Valangaiman 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 Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, ValangaimanSeasonal guide
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Today at Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman
Sunrise6:03 am
Sunset6:23 pm
Golden hour best light5:23 pm–6:23 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:23 pm–6:48 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 81%
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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Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March; the annual festival is the peak draw
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman
About 9 km from Kumbakonam; nearest railhead Kumbakonam (~13 km), with Mannargudi station ~35 km; nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~90 km.
Getting around Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman
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 Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman
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What’s near Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman
heritageVeezhinathar (Nethrarpaneswarar) Temple, Thiruveezhimizhalai 20.6 km · ~34 min by cab · straight line
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Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
How do I reach Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman?
Base yourself in Valangaiman 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 Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman?
About an hour.
What else is near Paadaikavadi Mariamman Temple, Valangaiman?
Nearby you can pair Apatsahayeswarar Temple (Guru Sthalam), Alangudi (6.0 km), Padaleswarar Temple, Haridwaramangalam (7.3 km), Satchinathar Temple, Avalivanallur (9.2 km), Government Museum, Tiruvarur (9.9 km).
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