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Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
A Pandya-era Shiva temple at Kalakkad, a Tevaram Vaippu Sthalam praised in hymns by the saints Appar and Manikkavasagar. Largely Pandya in construction with 13th-century reconstruction attributed to Veera Marthanda Varman, it is the principal ancient temple of the Kalakkad gateway to KMTR.
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Before you go to Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
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 baseKalakkad
DistrictTirunelveli
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad is planned from Kalakkad, one of the travel bases in Tirunelveli district. Use Kalakkad for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kalakkad or nearby in Tirunelveli, 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 Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
Sunrise6:12 am
Sunset6:29 pm
Golden hour best light5:29 pm–6:29 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:29 pm–6:54 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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Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad — at a glance
TimingsDaily ~6:00 AM-12:30 PM & 4:00-8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
In Kalakkad, Nanguneri taluk; Tirunelveli Junction ~45 km; Tuticorin airport (TCR) ~55 km or Madurai (IXM) ~180 km.
Getting around Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
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 Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
112All emergencies (police · fire · medical)The single number to call in any emergency (ERSS).100Police101Fire108Ambulance (emergency / EMS)1091Women’s helpline (distress)1098Child helpline1363Tourist helpline (India, 24×7, multilingual)
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What’s near Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
templeAadhimoola Perumal (Gajendra Varadhar) Temple, Athalanallur 19.3 km · ~32 min by cab · straight line
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Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily ~6:00 AM-12:30 PM & 4:00-8:00 PM.
How do I reach Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
Base yourself in Kalakkad or nearby in Tirunelveli, 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 Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
About an hour.
What else is near Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad?
Nearby you can pair Vanamamalai Perumal Temple (12.4 km), Vaishnava Nambi Temple, Thirukkurungudi (16.6 km), Pattamadai (16.8 km), Navaneethakrishnan Temple, Melaseval (17.3 km).
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