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Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai
An early Pallava-period structural Shiva temple, among the earliest stone temples of the dynasty, notable for its sculptural work predating the more famous Kanchipuram temples.
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Plan Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai
Typetemple
Nearest baseMailam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseMailam
DistrictViluppuram
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
An early Pallava-period structural Shiva temple, among the earliest stone temples of the dynasty, notable for its sculptural work predating the more famous Kanchipuram temples.
Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai is planned from Mailam, one of the travel bases in Viluppuram district. Use Mailam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM daily
Best timeOct-Feb
Entry: Free
Getting there: Nearest railway: Tindivanam ~20 km; nearest airport: Puducherry ~50 km or Chennai (MAA) ~140 km
A quieter heritage stop, of interest mainly to those tracking early Pallava temple architecture
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Mailam or nearby in Viluppuram, 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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What’s near Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai
heritagePanangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram3.3 km awayheritageVeedur Dam6.4 km awayheritageNational Fossil Wood Park, Tiruvakkarai10.8 km awayheritageChandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai10.8 km awayheritageAlagiya Narasimha Perumal Temple, Ennayiram12.4 km awaytempleMailam Murugan Temple12.7 km away
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Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai?
Base yourself in Mailam or nearby in Viluppuram, 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 Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai?
About an hour.
What else is near Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai?
Nearby you can pair Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram (3.3 km), Veedur Dam (6.4 km), National Fossil Wood Park, Tiruvakkarai (10.8 km), Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai (10.8 km).
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