What to expect
Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai
A Chola-era Shiva temple traditionally attributed to the queen Sembiyan Mahadevi, with the deity Chandramouleeswarar and consort Tenambikai. It is noted for fine stone sculpture and a large chariot-like mandapa with big Nandi and Ganesha carvings. It sits close to the well-known National Fossil Wood Park at the same village.
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseThiruvakkarai
DistrictViluppuram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai is planned from Thiruvakkarai, one of the travel bases in Viluppuram district. Use Thiruvakkarai for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruvakkarai 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.
Weather in Chandramouleeswarar Temple, ThiruvakkaraiSeasonal guide
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Today at Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai
Sunrise6:01 am
Sunset6:22 pm
Golden hour best light5:22 pm–6:22 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:22 pm–6:47 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 83%
South-west monsoon. June to September is the south-west monsoon in Tamil Nadu. Expect heavy showers, mostly in bursts rather than all day — carry rain cover, allow extra time for getting around, and note that ferries and open-air sites are the first things affected.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
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Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai
About 15 km from Vikravandi; nearest railway Villupuram Junction (~20 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~40 km) or Chennai MAA (~150 km)
Getting around Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai
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.
If you need help at Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai
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Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai?
Base yourself in Thiruvakkarai 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 Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai?
About an hour.
What else is near Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai?
Nearby you can pair National Fossil Wood Park, Tiruvakkarai (200 m), Mangala Buddha Vihar, Pulichapallam (10.5 km), Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai (10.8 km), Veedur Dam (11.0 km).
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