Shiva
Vedaranyam Vedapureeswarar Temple
Vedaranyam, Tamil Nadu · Vedapureeswarar (Shiva)
About Vedaranyam Vedapureeswarar Temple
A significant Paadal Petra Sthalams near the Palk Strait. According to legend, the four Vedas worshipped Shiva here to regain their power after being cursed. This coastal town is also known as the site of C. Rajagopalachari's salt satyagraha in 1930.
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Vedapureeswarar (Shiva)
🙏 Secondary Deity
Yogambika (Parvati)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
📅 Best Visit Time
October to February
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Vedaranyam (2 km)
Nearest Airport
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (130 km)
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Nagapattinam
Visitor Tips
Combine with a visit to the Kodikkarai (Point Calimere) wildlife sanctuary nearby.
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Quick Info
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Vedaranyam
Ideal Base City
Nagapattinam
Senior Friendly
Unknown
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