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Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy)
A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple built on a rocky hillock beside the Uyyakondan channel of the Kaveri, revered in the 7th-century Tevaram hymns. Shiva is worshipped here as Uyyakondan (Ujjivanathar) with his consort Anjanakshi. The four-acre temple has concentric granite walls and inscriptions recording a crown gifted by the Chola queen Sembiyan Mahadevi.
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Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy)
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Plan Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy)
Typetemple
Nearest baseUyyakondan Thirumalai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseUyyakondan Thirumalai
DistrictTiruchirappalli
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Paadal Petra Sthalam Shiva temple built on a rocky hillock beside the Uyyakondan channel of the Kaveri, revered in the 7th-century Tevaram hymns. Shiva is worshipped here as Uyyakondan (Ujjivanathar) with his consort Anjanakshi. The four-acre temple has concentric granite walls and inscriptions recording a crown gifted by the Chola queen Sembiyan Mahadevi.
Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy) is planned from Uyyakondan Thirumalai, one of the travel bases in Tiruchirappalli district. Use Uyyakondan Thirumalai for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy) — at a glance
Timings6 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: Within Tiruchirappalli city, about 6 km from the centre; nearest railway Tiruchirappalli Jn (~6 km); Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) airport ~12 km.
Built on a low rocky hillock; a short climb to the sanctum.
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How to visit
- Base yourself in Uyyakondan Thirumalai or nearby in Tiruchirappalli, 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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When is the best time to visit Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy)?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6 AM to 12 PM, 4 PM to 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy)?
Base yourself in Uyyakondan Thirumalai or nearby in Tiruchirappalli, 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 Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy)?
About an hour.
What else is near Uyyakondan Thirumalai Temple (Ujjivanathaswamy)?
Nearby you can pair Azhagiya Manavala Perumal Temple / Kamalavalli Nachiyar (Uraiyur) (2.0 km), Uraiyur (2.5 km), Vekkali Amman Temple (2.8 km), Main Guard Gate (3.1 km).
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