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Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur
An ancient Vishnu temple on the banks of the Vaippar river in Sattur, believed to be around 800 years old and popularly known as South Tirupathi. Legend holds that Venkatachalapathi of Tirupati stayed here on a roughly 200-foot hillock to bless devotees. Vaikunta Ekadasi is its major annual festival.
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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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Typetemple
Nearest baseSattur
DistrictVirudhunagar
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur is planned from Sattur, one of the travel bases in Virudhunagar district. Use Sattur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sattur or nearby in Virudhunagar, 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 Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur
Sunrise6:10 am
Sunset6:28 pm
Golden hour best light5:28 pm–6:28 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:28 pm–6:53 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.
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One more place around Sattur worth a day of its own.
townSattur
250 m · 3 min walk
Trading and industrial town on the Vaippar river, known for its safety-match and chilli/dry-goods trade. It is a gateway town between Virudhunagar and Sivakasi.
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Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March, especially around Vaikunta Ekadasi
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur
In Sattur town; Sattur railway station ~1.5 km; Madurai Airport (IXM) ~55 km.
Getting around Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur
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 Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur
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Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur?
Base yourself in Sattur or nearby in Virudhunagar, 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 Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur?
Nearby you can pair Sattur (250 m), Irukkankudi Mariamman Temple (5.3 km), Sivakasi Mariamman Temple (Badrakaliamman) (16.4 km), Sivakasi (16.5 km).
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- Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur:Mohan Babu V · CC BY-SA 4.0