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Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli
Also called Thirumeninathar temple, this ancient Shiva temple in Tiruchuli is a Paadal Petra Sthalam praised in the 7th-century Tevaram hymns and counted as the 12th Tevara Stalam of the Pandya region. It is associated with the Chola and Pandya dynasties and holds three sacred tirthams. The town and its temple are closely linked with the birth of sage Ramana Maharshi.
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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 baseTiruchuli
DistrictVirudhunagar
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli is planned from Tiruchuli, one of the travel bases in Virudhunagar district. Use Tiruchuli for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Tiruchuli 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 Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli
Sunrise6:09 am
Sunset6:27 pm
Golden hour best light5:27 pm–6:27 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:27 pm–6:52 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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heritageRamana Maharshi Birthplace (Sundara Mandiram), Tiruchuli
250 m · 3 min walk
This house in Tiruchuli is where the revered Advaita sage Ramana Maharshi (born Venkataraman) was born on 30 December 1879, in the family home of Sundaram Aiyar close to the Bhuminathaswamy temple. It has been converted into a memorial and shrine used by visitors and devotees for meditation. Tiruchuli is a recognised pilgrimage stop for followers of Ramana Maharshi.
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Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli
In Tiruchuli town, ~40 km from Virudhunagar; nearest railhead Virudhunagar Junction (~40 km); Madurai Airport (IXM) ~55 km.
Getting around Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli
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 Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli
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What’s near Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli
templeSri Venkatachalapathy Temple (South Tirupathi), Sattur 35.9 km · ~60 min by cab · straight line
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Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli?
Base yourself in Tiruchuli 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 Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli?
About an hour.
What else is near Bhuminathaswamy Temple, Tiruchuli?
Nearby you can pair Ramana Maharshi Birthplace (Sundara Mandiram), Tiruchuli (250 m), Aruppukottai (10.6 km), Kullursandai Reservoir (24.3 km), Vanni Vinayagar Temple, Virudhunagar (26.3 km).
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