Shiva
Sirkazhi Thoniappar Temple
Sirkazhi (Sirkali), Tamil Nadu · Thoniappar (Shiva)
About Sirkazhi Thoniappar Temple
Birthplace of Saint Thirugnana Sambandar, greatest of the 63 Nayanmars. The temple enshrines Brahmapureeswarar and is one of the most celebrated Paadal Petra Sthalams. The deity is said to have given the saint divine knowledge (gnana) as a child.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Thoniappar (Shiva)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Thirunilayanar
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
📅 Best Visit Time
November to March
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Sirkazhi Railway Station (1 km)
Nearest Airport
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (150 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Chidambaram
Visitor Tips
Visit the birthplace shrine of Sambandar within the temple complex.
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Quick Info
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Sirkazhi (Sirkali)
Ideal Base City
Chidambaram
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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