Shiva
Perur Pateeswarar Temple
Perur, Tamil Nadu · Pateeswarar (Shiva)
About Perur Pateeswarar Temple
An ancient Paadal Petra Sthalams near Coimbatore with a history of over 2000 years. The temple has exceptional Dravidian architecture with outstanding sculptures in the main corridor. Legend says the sage Patanjali wrote the Yoga Sutras here after Shiva performed the Ananda Tandava (dance of bliss). The temple was celebrated by both Sundarar and Tirugnana Sambandar.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Pateeswarar (Shiva)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Pachaiamman (Parvati)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📅 Best Visit Time
October to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Coimbatore Junction (8 km)
Nearest Airport
Coimbatore International Airport (12 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Coimbatore
Visitor Tips
The temple sculpture is excellent — look for the Nataraja panel; combine with Marudamalai Murugan temple (10 km) for a Coimbatore circuit.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Perur
Ideal Base City
Coimbatore
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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