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Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur
An ancient Shiva temple revered as one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams sung by the Nayanmars, with inscriptions dating to the Chola period. This temple guide is organized from Villupuram in Viluppuram district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur.
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Before you go to Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur
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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Typetemple
Nearest baseVillupuram
DistrictViluppuram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit3→Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur is planned from Villupuram, one of the travel bases in Viluppuram district. Use Villupuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Villupuram 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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Today at Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur
Sunrise6:02 am
Sunset6:23 pm
Golden hour best light5:23 pm–6:23 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:23 pm–6:48 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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Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM daily
Best timeOct-Feb
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur
Nearest railway: Villupuram Jn (VM) ~20 km; nearest airport: Puducherry ~50 km or Chennai (MAA) ~165 km
Getting around Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur
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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Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM daily.
How do I reach Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur?
Base yourself in Villupuram 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 Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur?
About an hour.
What else is near Kripapureeswarar Temple, Thiruvennainallur?
Nearby you can pair Thiruvamathur Abhiramesvarar Temple (14.2 km), Melmalayanur Angala Parameswari Temple (23.0 km), Panangatteeswarar Temple, Panayapuram (24.7 km), Talagirisvara Temple, Panamalai (27.9 km).
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