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Paiyampalli
A village in Tirupathur taluk that is one of Tamil Nadu's important prehistoric sites, excavated by the Archaeological Survey of India under S. R. Rao in 1964-65 and 1967-68. The digs revealed a Neolithic habitation level dated around 1390 BCE overlaid by a Megalithic period, with charred horse gram and green gram and black-and-red ware pottery. It documents one of the earliest farming settlements in northern Tamil Nadu.
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Paiyampalli
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Plan Paiyampalli
Typeheritage
Nearest baseNatrampalli
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseNatrampalli
DistrictTirupathur
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A village in Tirupathur taluk that is one of Tamil Nadu's important prehistoric sites, excavated by the Archaeological Survey of India under S. R. Rao in 1964-65 and 1967-68. The digs revealed a Neolithic habitation level dated around 1390 BCE overlaid by a Megalithic period, with charred horse gram and green gram and black-and-red ware pottery. It documents one of the earliest farming settlements in northern Tamil Nadu.
Paiyampalli is planned from Natrampalli, one of the travel bases in Tirupathur district. Use Natrampalli for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Paiyampalli — at a glance
TimingsOpen ground; daylight hours
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting there: In Tirupathur taluk near Natrampalli; nearest railway Tirupathur / Jolarpettai junction (~15-20 km); Bengaluru airport (BLR) ~120 km
The excavation site itself is an unmarked village locality with little on-site interpretation; of interest mainly to history and archaeology enthusiasts.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Natrampalli or nearby in Tirupathur, 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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Paiyampalli — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Paiyampalli?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Paiyampalli?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open ground; daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Paiyampalli?
Base yourself in Natrampalli or nearby in Tirupathur, 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 Paiyampalli?
About an hour.
What else is near Paiyampalli?
Nearby you can pair Tirupathur town (3.5 km), Jolarpettai (7.0 km), Sri Vekkaliamman Temple, Kandili (7.7 km), Jalagamparai Falls (9.1 km).
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