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Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram
An ancient Shiva temple counted among the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams sung in the Tevaram hymns, with the deity worshipped as a Swayambhu (self-manifested) lingam. It is traditionally associated with construction under the Chola king Kulothunga I. The temple lies about a kilometre from the Vikravandi junction on the Panruti route.
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Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram
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Plan Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram
Typeheritage
Nearest basePanayapuram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/basePanayapuram
DistrictViluppuram
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
An ancient Shiva temple counted among the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams sung in the Tevaram hymns, with the deity worshipped as a Swayambhu (self-manifested) lingam. It is traditionally associated with construction under the Chola king Kulothunga I. The temple lies about a kilometre from the Vikravandi junction on the Panruti route.
Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram is planned from Panayapuram, one of the travel bases in Viluppuram district. Use Panayapuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 1 km from Vikravandi junction; nearest railway Vikravandi (~2 km) or Villupuram Junction (~15 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~45 km) or Chennai MAA (~155 km)
A Tevaram-sung temple; check timings before visiting as it may close midday.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Panayapuram 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.
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Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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What’s near Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram
templeTalagirisvara Temple, Panamalai3.3 km awayheritageVeedur Dam9.7 km awayheritageNational Fossil Wood Park, Tiruvakkarai12.7 km awayheritageChandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai12.8 km awaytempleThiruvamathur Abhiramesvarar Temple13.0 km awaycaveMandagapattu Cave Temple (Trimurti Temple)14.1 km away
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Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram?
Base yourself in Panayapuram 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 Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram?
About an hour.
What else is near Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram?
Nearby you can pair Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai (3.3 km), Veedur Dam (9.7 km), National Fossil Wood Park, Tiruvakkarai (12.7 km), Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai (12.8 km).
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