Shiva
Suryanar Koil
Suryanar Kovil, Tamil Nadu · Surya (Sun)
About Suryanar Koil
Suryanar Koil is the only Navagraha temple where all nine planetary deities are present as main deities. Dedicated to Surya (Sun), near Kumbakonam, this is an essential stop on the Navagraha circuit. The deity is depicted with four arms holding lotus flowers, flanked by Usha and Chhaya.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Surya (Sun)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Surya Bhagavan, Usha, Chhaya
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
30–45 minutes
🪔 Special Puja
Surya Ashtami, Ratha Saptami
🔔 Important Rituals
Surya Puja, Ratha Saptami special darshan
👔 Dress Code
Traditional Indian attire
📅 Best Visit Time
October – March; Sundays
🎫 Entry Fee
Free
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Kumbakonam (14 km)
Nearest Airport
Tiruchirappalli Airport (80 km)
Distance from City
14 km from Kumbakonam
Parking
Yes, free parking
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Kumbakonam
Food Options
Temple prasad; vegetarian restaurants in Kumbakonam
Visitor Tips
Visit on a Sunday for special prayers. Carry flowers for offering. Go around all nine separate graha shrines clockwise.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Ratha Saptami (Jan/Feb) is the most important festival.
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Flat premises, no major steps. Very manageable.
⚠️ Important Notes
Photography not permitted inside main sanctum.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Typical Duration
30–45 minutes
Entry Fee
Free
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Suryanar Kovil
Ideal Base City
Kumbakonam
Senior Friendly
Yes
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