Shiva
Alangudi Apatsahayesvarar Temple
Alangudi, Tamil Nadu · Apatsahayesvarar (Shiva), Guru (Jupiter)
About Alangudi Apatsahayesvarar Temple
Alangudi Apatsahayesvarar Temple is the Navagraha shrine for Guru (Jupiter). The presiding deity removes all difficulties (apats). Jupiter's transit here (Guru Peyarchi) is celebrated every 12 years as a massive event.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Apatsahayesvarar (Shiva), Guru (Jupiter)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Guru (Jupiter)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
7:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
30 minutes
🪔 Special Puja
Guru Peyarchi (Jupiter transit)
🔔 Important Rituals
Guru (Jupiter) puja, Thursday Abhishekam
👔 Dress Code
Traditional Indian attire
📅 Best Visit Time
October – March; Thursdays
🎫 Entry Fee
Free
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Papanasam (10 km)
Nearest Airport
Tiruchirappalli Airport (90 km)
Distance from City
30 km from Kumbakonam
Parking
Yes
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Kumbakonam
Food Options
Small eateries; better in Kumbakonam
Visitor Tips
Offer yellow items and gram dal. Thursday is Jupiter's day. During Guru Peyarchi hundreds of thousands gather.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Guru Peyarchi (Jupiter transit) — major event every year
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Flat temple, no major steps.
⚠️ Important Notes
Thursday mornings very crowded.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
7:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Typical Duration
30 minutes
Entry Fee
Free
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Alangudi
Ideal Base City
Kumbakonam
Senior Friendly
Yes
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