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Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam
A Shiva temple at Kattarimangalam village in Sathankulam taluk, with the presiding deity known as Veerapandeeswarar and the goddess as Nalla Thavam Nachiyar. It is counted among the Pancha Natarajar Sthalams, where the dancing form of Shiva is venerated here as Azhagiya Koothar. The temple lies about 14 km from Sathankulam town.
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Before you go to Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam
Entry rules not verified for this temple. Some Hindu temples admit only Hindus, and most enforce a dress code at the door. We have not verified the rule for this particular temple, so please check before you travel — especially if you are not Hindu or are visiting from outside India.
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Typetemple
Nearest baseSathankulam
DistrictThoothukudi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam is planned from Sathankulam, one of the travel bases in Thoothukudi district. Use Sathankulam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sathankulam or nearby in Thoothukudi, 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 Azhagiya Koothar Temple, KattarimangalamSeasonal guide
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Today at Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam
Sunrise6:10 am
Sunset6:27 pm
Golden hour best light5:27 pm–6:27 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:27 pm–6:52 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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Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam — at a glance
Timings6 AM–12 PM and 4–8 PM daily
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam
~14 km from Sathankulam; nearest railway Tiruchendur (~25 km) or Thoothukudi (~40 km); nearest airport Tuticorin TCR (~40 km)
Getting around Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam
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.
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Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6 AM–12 PM and 4–8 PM daily.
How do I reach Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam?
Base yourself in Sathankulam or nearby in Thoothukudi, 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 Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam?
About an hour.
What else is near Azhagiya Koothar Temple, Kattarimangalam?
Nearby you can pair Mudalur (7.8 km), St. John's Cathedral, Nazareth (14.0 km), Mutharamman Temple, Kulasekharapatnam (16.8 km), Vaithamanidhi Perumal Temple, Thirukkolur (17.0 km).
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