Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal
One of the 108 Divya Desams, dedicated to Vishnu as Nindra Narayana and built on a 100-foot granite hill at Thiruthangal near Sivakasi. It contains rock-cut cave shrines with 8th-century Pandya inscriptions and unusually has no rajagopuram.
Plan Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal
Check entry arrangements. Ask temple staff about visitor entry, dress requirements and access to the inner shrine before you travel, especially if you are visiting as a non-Hindu.
Dress respectfully and follow the institution’s admission and photography rules.
Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal is planned from Sivakasi, one of the travel bases in Virudhunagar district. Use Sivakasi for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sivakasi 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.
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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2 more places around Sivakasi. Open a guide to plan the visit and onward journey.
3.9 km · ~10 min by auto
Industrial town known as the firecracker capital of India, producing the bulk of the country's fireworks alongside major safety-match and offset-printing industries. It is a factory-town heritage destination south of Virudhunagar.
3.3 km · ~8 min by auto
Well-known Mariamman / Badrakaliamman temple in Sivakasi town, a major place of worship for the fireworks-industry community. It draws large crowds during its annual festival.
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Entry: Free
How to reach Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal
Thiruthangal / Sivakasi railway station ~4 km; nearest airport Madurai (IXM) ~70 km
If you need step-free access, contact the site before travelling. Ask about a level entrance, steps along the route, the nearest drop-off point, seating and accessible toilets.
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What’s near Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal
A rock-cut Shiva temple on the Thiruthangal granite hill, believed to have been built by the Pandyan minister Gurukalathirayan in 1233 CE. It shares the hill with the Ninra Narayana Perumal Divya Desam and a Murugan shrine, forming a rock-hill temple complex. The site lies about 4 km from Sivakasi.
920 m · 11 min walk · straight lineWell-known Mariamman / Badrakaliamman temple in Sivakasi town, a major place of worship for the fireworks-industry community. It draws large crowds during its annual festival.
3.3 km · ~8 min by auto · straight lineIndustrial town known as the firecracker capital of India, producing the bulk of the country's fireworks alongside major safety-match and offset-printing industries. It is a factory-town heritage destination south of Virudhunagar.
3.9 km · ~10 min by auto · straight lineAn 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.
17.7 km · ~30 min by cab · straight lineTrading 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.
17.9 km · ~30 min by cab · straight lineAn old and popular Mariamman pilgrimage temple believed to be several centuries old, set at the confluence of the Arjuna and Vaippar rivers near Sattur. Its riverside setting and annual festivals draw pilgrims from across the district. It is one of the most visited village temples in the Sattur area.
18.7 km · ~31 min by cab · straight lineA reservoir about 7 km from Virudhunagar built across the Kowsika river, a tributary of the Arjuna, and inaugurated in 1986. It is developed as a picnic spot offering boating, trekking and birdwatching. The reservoir hosts water birds and several migratory species during the winter months.
19.2 km · ~32 min by cab · straight lineThis house museum is the birthplace and childhood home of K. Kamaraj, freedom fighter, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and President of the Indian National Congress. Built in the mid-1880s, it was acquired by the state government and converted into a memorial. It preserves his cot, spectacles, clothes, letters and rare photographs, commemorating his role in expanding school education and launching the midday meal scheme.
19.2 km · ~32 min by cab · straight lineOne of the oldest temples in the region and a landmark of Virudhunagar town, with a history spanning roughly four centuries. Dedicated to the goddess Mariamman, it is known for the large temple tank within its complex. It draws large numbers of local devotees during its annual festivals.
19.4 km · ~32 min by cab · straight lineA locally revered temple in Virudhunagar town dedicated to Lord Ganesha (Vinayagar). It is listed among the town's notable holy places on district tourism resources and serves as a regular worship centre for residents.
19.9 km · ~33 min by cab · straight lineTwin shrine of the Alvar saint-poet Andal and Vishnu as Vatapatrasayee, one of the 108 Divya Desams. Its 192-foot 11-tier rajagopuram is the emblem on the Tamil Nadu state government's official logo.
20.1 km · ~33 min by cab · straight lineThe largest Shiva temple in Virudhunagar district, 1 km south of Srivilliputhur, built by Thirumalai Nayak in the 16th century. Its Siddhamirtham tank water is believed to have curative powers.
20.6 km · ~34 min by cab · straight lineWhere Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal is
Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal?
Entry: Free. Timings: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 4:00 - 8:00 PM (timings vary).
How do I reach Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal?
Base yourself in Sivakasi 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 Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal?
About an hour.
What else is near Ninra Narayana Perumal Temple, Thiruthangal?
Nearby you can pair Karunellinathar Temple, Thiruthangal (920 m), Sivakasi Mariamman Temple (Badrakaliamman) (3.3 km), Sivakasi (3.9 km), Sri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur (17.7 km).
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