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Nagercoil Nagaraja Temple
Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu · Nagaraja (Serpent King)
About Nagercoil Nagaraja Temple
One of the most important snake temples in South India. The city of Nagercoil takes its name from this temple (Nagarkoil = Serpent Temple). The deity is a Naga (serpent) with raised hood and is worshipped for fertility, prosperity and removal of Naga dosha.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Nagaraja (Serpent King)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Other
📅 Best Visit Time
October to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Nagercoil Junction (2 km)
Nearest Airport
Trivandrum International Airport (75 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Nagercoil
Visitor Tips
Tuesdays and Fridays are considered auspicious; Naga Panchami draws the largest crowds.
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Quick Info
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Nagercoil
Ideal Base City
Nagercoil
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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