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.
Plan Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
Check entry arrangements. Ask temple staff about visitor entry, dress requirements and access to the inner shrine before you travel, especially if you are visiting as a non-Hindu.
Dress respectfully and follow the institution’s admission and photography rules.
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.
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.
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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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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Entry: Free
How to reach Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
In Kalakkad, Nanguneri taluk; Tirunelveli Junction ~45 km; Tuticorin airport (TCR) ~55 km or Madurai (IXM) ~180 km.
If you need step-free access, contact the site before travelling. Ask about a level entrance, steps along the route, the nearest drop-off point, seating and accessible toilets.
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What’s near Satyavageeswarar Temple, Kalakkad
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A working dam and a separate seasonal falls in the same foothill landscape. This pin records the named dam object; waterfall access must be checked independently.
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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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