Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple (Avinashiappar Temple)
An ancient Shiva temple in Avinashi known as the "Kasi of the South", linked to the Nayanar saint Sundarar and a legend of a boy restored to life from a crocodile's jaws.

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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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Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple (Avinashiappar Temple) is planned from Avinashi, one of the travel bases in Tiruppur district. Use Avinashi for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
How to visit
- Base yourself in Avinashi or nearby in Tiruppur, 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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Clothes shop at 290/1B, Tirupur. The telephone number below was taken from its own website rather than a directory.
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Top experiences around Avinashi
3 more places around Avinashi, each worth a day of its own.

5.3 km · ~13 min by auto
A Shiva-Murugan temple where the Nayanar saint Sundarar is said to have been robbed of his wealth and later had it miraculously restored.
10.6 km · ~18 min by cab
This ancient hill temple to Lord Murugan sits on the outskirts of Tiruppur town and is believed to be around 1,200 years old, linked by tradition to Kongana Siddhar, one of the eighteen Tamil Siddhars. It is regarded as a Thevara Vaippu Sthalam referenced in Appar's hymns, and the poet-saint Arunagirinathar is said to have sung Thiruppugazh here. The presiding deity is worshipped as Thapas Kumaraswamy with consorts Valli and Deivanai, and the temple has a notable Navagraha shrine.
12.3 km · ~20 min by cab
This memorial in Tiruppur honours freedom fighter Tiruppur Kumaran, known as Kodi Kaatha Kumaran, who died of injuries from a police assault on the banks of the Noyyal River during a 1932 protest march while still clutching the banned nationalist flag. A memorial statue stands near the central railway station and a pillar marks the site of his final stand, making it one of Tamil Nadu's noted patriotic landmarks.
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Entry: Free
How to reach Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple (Avinashiappar Temple)
Nearest railway: Tiruppur (TUP), ~15 km; nearest airport: Coimbatore (CJB), ~45 km
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.
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Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple (Avinashiappar Temple) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple (Avinashiappar Temple)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple (Avinashiappar Temple)?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM (indicative — confirm on site).
How do I reach Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple (Avinashiappar Temple)?
Base yourself in Avinashi or nearby in Tiruppur, 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 Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple (Avinashiappar Temple)?
About an hour.
What else is near Avinashi Lingeswarar Temple (Avinashiappar Temple)?
Nearby you can pair Thirumuruganpoondi Temple (Thirumuruganatheeswarar) (5.3 km), Konganagiri Murugan Temple (10.6 km), Tiruppur Kumaran Memorial (12.3 km), Tirupur Thirupathi Sri Venkatesa Perumal Temple (13.0 km).
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