Shiva
Dharasuram Airavatesvara Temple
Dharasuram (near Kumbakonam), Tamil Nadu · Airavatesvara (Shiva)
About Dharasuram Airavatesvara Temple
A UNESCO World Heritage Site (Great Living Chola Temples) built by Rajaraja Chola II in the 12th century. Said to have been worshipped by Airavata (Indra's white elephant) and Yama (god of death) who bathed here to cure a curse. The entire mandapam is built in the shape of a chariot with stone wheels. Exceptional for its musical steps — each stone step produces a different musical note.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Airavatesvara (Shiva)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Komalavalli (Parvati)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📅 Best Visit Time
October to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Kumbakonam (5 km)
Nearest Airport
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (80 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Kumbakonam
Visitor Tips
Strike the stone steps gently to hear musical notes; the chariot mandapam is the highlight; combine with Kumbakonam temples (5 km).
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Dharasuram (near Kumbakonam)
Ideal Base City
Kumbakonam
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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