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Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah)
A prominent Sufi dargah and mosque in Radhapuram taluk near the coast, its twin domes marking tombs traditionally attributed to the saints Hazrat Syed Ali Fathima and Hazrat Shegu Muhammad. Built in a Dravidian-influenced style with a pillared hall and a sacred tank, its annual kandoori festival draws pilgrims of all faiths.
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Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah)
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Plan Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah)
Typeheritage
Nearest baseRadhapuram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseRadhapuram
DistrictTirunelveli
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A prominent Sufi dargah and mosque in Radhapuram taluk near the coast, its twin domes marking tombs traditionally attributed to the saints Hazrat Syed Ali Fathima and Hazrat Shegu Muhammad. Built in a Dravidian-influenced style with a pillared hall and a sacred tank, its annual kandoori festival draws pilgrims of all faiths.
Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah) is planned from Radhapuram, one of the travel bases in Tirunelveli district. Use Radhapuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah) — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, dawn to dusk
Best timeNovember to February; kandoori festival
Entry: Free
Getting there: In Radhapuram taluk near the coast; nearest railhead Tirunelveli Junction ~55 km; Tuticorin airport (TCR) ~70 km or Madurai (IXM) ~180 km.
Busiest during the annual kandoori festival; dress modestly.
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How to visit
- Base yourself in Radhapuram 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.
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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 Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah)?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, dawn to dusk. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah)?
Base yourself in Radhapuram 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 Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah)?
About an hour.
What else is near Athankarai Pallivasal (Athankarai Dargah)?
Nearby you can pair Kootapuli Beach (1.7 km), Kappal Matha Church, Uvari (18.5 km), Vaishnava Nambi Temple, Thirukkurungudi (21.8 km), Vanamamalai Perumal Temple (22.3 km).
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