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Suryanar Koil temple in Suryanar Kovil
Shiva മുതിർന്നവർക്ക് അനുകൂലം

Suryanar Koil

Suryanar Kovil, Tamil Nadu

Surya (Sun)

Suryanar Koil is the only Navagraha temple where all nine planetary deities are present as main deities. Dedicated to Surya (Sun), near Kumbakonam, this is an essential stop on the Navagraha circuit. The deity is depicted with four arms holding lotus flowers, flanked by Usha and Chhaya.

Timings

6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Duration

30–45 minutes

Stay city

Kumbakonam

Best time

October – March; Sundays

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Swamimalai Murugan Temple temple in Swamimalai
Murugan

Swamimalai Murugan Temple

Swamimalai, Tamil Nadu

Swaminatha (Murugan)

Swamimalai is unique because here Murugan taught the meaning of Pranava (Om) to his father Shiva — earning the title "Swaminatha" (teacher). The 60-step climb represents the 60-year Tamil calendar.

Timings

6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Duration

45 min – 1 hour

Stay city

Kumbakonam

Best time

November – February

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Thingalur Chandran Temple temple in Thingalur
Shiva മുതിർന്നവർക്ക് അനുകൂലം

Thingalur Chandran Temple

Thingalur, Tamil Nadu

Chandra (Moon)

Thingalur Chandran Temple is dedicated to Chandra (Moon). One of the few temples in India where the Moon god is worshipped as the main deity. The Shiva here is known as Kailasanathar. Offerings of white items and milk are traditional here.

Timings

6:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Duration

30 minutes

Stay city

Kumbakonam

Best time

October – March; full moon nights

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Thiruchendur Murugan Temple temple in Thiruchendur
Murugan മുതിർന്നവർക്ക് അനുകൂലം

Thiruchendur Murugan Temple

Thiruchendur, Tamil Nadu

Senthil Andavar (Murugan)

Thiruchendur is the site of Murugan's great victory over Soorapadman. Set on the seashore, this is one of the most picturesque temple settings in South India. The Vel (divine spear) with which Murugan conquered evil is enshrined here.

Timings

5:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Duration

1 – 1.5 hours

Stay city

Tirunelveli

Best time

October – February; Skanda Sashti

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Thirunageswaram Naganathaswamy Temple temple in Thirunageswaram
Shiva മുതിർന്നവർക്ക് അനുകൂലം

Thirunageswaram Naganathaswamy Temple

Thirunageswaram, Tamil Nadu

Naganathaswamy (Shiva), Rahu

Thirunageswaram is the Navagraha shrine for Rahu (North Node). Famous for the milk abhishekam turning blue/golden during Rahu Kalam — an inexplicable phenomenon. The presiding deity is Naganathaswamy (Shiva).

Timings

6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Duration

30–45 minutes

Stay city

Kumbakonam

Best time

October – March; Saturday Rahu Kala

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Thirunallar Saneeswaran Temple temple in Thirunallar
Shiva

Thirunallar Saneeswaran Temple

Thirunallar, Tamil Nadu

Dharbaranyeswarar (Shiva), Shani (Saturn)

Thirunallar is one of the most significant Shani (Saturn) temples in India. The presiding deity is Dharbaranyeswarar (Shiva). King Nala was freed from misery here. Bathing in the Nala Theertham tank removes Shani dosha.

Timings

6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Duration

45 min – 1.5 hours

Stay city

Karaikal or Kumbakonam

Best time

October – March; Saturdays

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Thiruthani Murugan Temple temple in Tiruttani
Murugan

Thiruthani Murugan Temple

Tiruttani, Tamil Nadu

Subramanya (Murugan)

Thiruthani Murugan Temple is the sixth Aaru Padai Veedu — where Murugan received Gnana Thendai (wisdom) from Shiva. Perched on a 300-step hill with stunning views of surrounding hills.

Timings

6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 3:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Duration

1–2 hours

Stay city

Chennai or Tirupati

Best time

November (Skanda Sashti); October – March

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Thiruvavaduthurai Kailasanathar Temple temple in Thiruvavaduthurai
Shiva

Thiruvavaduthurai Kailasanathar Temple

Thiruvavaduthurai, Tamil Nadu

Kailasanathar (Shiva)

An important Paadal Petra Sthalams on the banks of the Cauvery river. Famous as the seat of Thiruvavaduthurai Adheenam, one of the oldest and most respected Shaiva mutts (monasteries) in Tamil Nadu. The mutt has been a center of Tamil Shaiva learning for over 400 years and holds an extensive manuscript library.

Timings

6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Stay city

Kumbakonam

Best time

October to March

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Thiruvenkadu Swetharanyeswarar Temple temple in Thiruvenkadu
Shiva മുതിർന്നവർക്ക് അനുകൂലം

Thiruvenkadu Swetharanyeswarar Temple

Thiruvenkadu, Tamil Nadu

Swetharanyeswarar (Shiva), Brahma (Mercury)

Thiruvenkadu Swetharanyeswarar Temple — "Lord of the White Forest" — is the Navagraha shrine for Budha (Mercury). Brahma is said to have worshipped here, giving Mercury his exalted status. The deity has a green complexion, symbolising Mercury.

Timings

6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Duration

30–45 minutes

Stay city

Chidambaram

Best time

October – March; Wednesdays

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Thiruvidaimaruthur Maha Lingeswarar Temple temple in Thiruvidaimaruthur (Middle Aranyam)
Shiva

Thiruvidaimaruthur Maha Lingeswarar Temple

Thiruvidaimaruthur (Middle Aranyam), Tamil Nadu

Maha Lingeswarar (Shiva)

One of the most important Paadal Petra Sthalams near Kumbakonam. Called the Middle Aranyam (forest), it is the middle one of three sacred aranyams (Thiruvarur - South, Thiruvidaimaruthur - Middle, Sirkazhi - North). The Shiva linga here is very large and powerful. An important sacred spot for the Karthigai Deepam festival.

Timings

6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Stay city

Kumbakonam

Best time

October to March

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Tirukazhukundram Vedagiriswara Temple temple in Tirukazhukundram (Pakshitirtham)
Shiva

Tirukazhukundram Vedagiriswara Temple

Tirukazhukundram (Pakshitirtham), Tamil Nadu

Vedagiriswara (Shiva)

A Paadal Petra Sthalams hilltop temple famous for two Egyptian vultures (Neophron) that descend daily at noon to receive food offered by the priests — a phenomenon observed for centuries. The 1400-year-old tradition continues though the eagles now visit less frequently. The 500 steps to the hilltop pass through ancient sculpted corridors. Located near Mahabalipuram.

Timings

6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Stay city

Mahabalipuram

Best time

October to February

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Tirupporur Murugan Temple temple in Tirupporur
Murugan

Tirupporur Murugan Temple

Tirupporur, Tamil Nadu

Murugan (Senthilandavar)

One of the important Murugan temples near Chennai where Murugan is worshipped as Senthilandavar (Lord of the Coral). Murugan is said to have appeared to Indra to lift his Vajrayudha curse here. The temple has the distinctive Vel (spear of Murugan) at the entrance. Very popular with Chennai devotees for Karthigai and Thaipusam.

Timings

6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Stay city

Chennai

Best time

October to March

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Tiruvallur Veeraraghava Perumal Temple temple in Tiruvallur
Vishnu

Tiruvallur Veeraraghava Perumal Temple

Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu

Veeraraghava Perumal (Vishnu)

One of the 108 Divya Desams near Chennai. Vishnu is enshrined in a majestic reclining posture (Sayana) on the serpent Adishesha. One of the most accessible Divya Desams from Chennai. The temple is praised by seven Azhwars in the Divya Prabandham. The annual Brahmotsavam is celebrated grandly.

Timings

7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Stay city

Chennai

Best time

October to March

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Uchchi Pillayar Temple (Trichy Rock Fort) temple in Tiruchirappalli (Trichy)
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Uchchi Pillayar Temple (Trichy Rock Fort)

Tiruchirappalli (Trichy), Tamil Nadu

Uchchi Pillayar (Ganesha)

Perched at the very summit of the 83-metre Trichy Rock Fort, this is the highest point of the famous rock fort. The Ganesha shrine here is believed to be the spot where Vibhishana (the righteous brother of Ravana) placed the Ranganathaswamy idol — which then could not be lifted and remained in Srirangam. One of the most spectacular temple views in Tamil Nadu.

Timings

6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Stay city

Tiruchirappalli

Best time

October to February

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Vaitheeswaran Koil temple in Vaitheeswaran Koil
Shiva മുതിർന്നവർക്ക് അനുകൂലം

Vaitheeswaran Koil

Vaitheeswaran Koil, Tamil Nadu

Vaitheeswaran (Shiva as Healer), Muthumariamman

Vaitheeswaran Koil (Temple of the Divine Physician) is dedicated to Shiva as a healer. Famous for Kuja (Mars) worship and believed to cure all ailments. The healing waters of the Siddhamirtham tank are sacred. Devotees bring horoscopes here. Presiding deity is Vaitheeswaran with Thaiyalnayaki as consort.

Timings

6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Duration

45 min – 1 hour

Stay city

Chidambaram or Sirkazhi

Best time

October – February

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Varadaraja Perumal Temple temple in Kanchipuram
Vishnu മുതിർന്നവർക്ക് അനുകൂലം

Varadaraja Perumal Temple

Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu

Varadaraja Perumal (Vishnu)

Varadaraja Perumal Temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams. The ancient wooden tortoise (Atthi Varadar) submerged in the temple tank is brought out every 40 years for darshan. The celestial door (Paramapada Vasal) opens on Vaikunta Ekadasi.

Timings

7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Duration

1 hour

Stay city

Kanchipuram

Best time

October – February; Vaikunta Ekadasi

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