Shiva
Nellaiappar Temple
Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu · Nellaiappar (Shiva)
About Nellaiappar Temple
One of the grandest temple complexes in South India, this double-temple enshrines Nellaiappar (Shiva) and Gandhimathi Amman (Parvati) in two interconnected shrines. One of the Pancha Sabhas where Shiva performed the Vethala (Bhumi) dance. The musical pillars in the mantapam produce seven distinct musical notes — the finest in Tamil Nadu.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Nellaiappar (Shiva)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Gandhimathi Amman (Parvati)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📅 Best Visit Time
October to February
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Tirunelveli Junction (2 km)
Nearest Airport
Thoothukudi Airport (32 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Tirunelveli
Visitor Tips
The musical pillars here are even more impressive than at other temples; listen to a demonstration; the temple tank is especially beautiful at dawn.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Tirunelveli
Ideal Base City
Tirunelveli
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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