Tiruvarur, Tamil Nadu
Main God
Lord Shiva
Timings
Check locally
Location
Tiruvarur
Type
REGIONAL
Enter through the grand gopuram of one of the largest temple complexes in Tamil Nadu. The temple covers 22 acres.
Take darshan of Lord Thyagaraja (Somaskanda form of Shiva). The deity is known for the unique Ajapa Natanam (dance without movement), one of the 108 classical dance forms of Shiva.
Visit the Kamalalayam temple tank, one of the largest temple tanks in India. The 18-acre tank is an integral part of the temple and hosts the famous Ther (chariot) festival.
Tiruvarur, Tamil Nadu 610001
By Bus
TNSTC buses from Thanjavur (55 km), Kumbakonam (35 km), and Trichy (100 km). Tiruvarur Bus Stand near the temple
By Air
Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) - 100 km (2.5 hours)
By Rail
Tiruvarur Junction - 1 km from the temple. Connected to Chennai, Trichy, and Thanjavur
Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws within Tiruvarur. The temple is in the town centre, walkable from the railway station
