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Thirukkavalampadi: History, Timings & Visitor Guide

By Kishan Rajyaguru|Updated 18 October 2026

Location Tamil Nadu

Entry Fee Free

Best Time October to February

Railway Station ~8 km

Nearest Airport ~88 km

About Thirukkavalampadi

Thirukkavalampadi also known as the Gopalakrishna Perumal Temple is a hindu temple located in Thirunangur in Sirkali taluk of Mayiladuthurai district, in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. Constructed in the Dravidian style of architecture, the temple is glorified in the Nalayira Divya Prabandham, the early medieval Tamil canon of the Alvar saints from the 6th–9th centuries CE. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Vishnu, who is worshipped as Gopalakrishnan and his consort Lakshmi in two forms as Rukmini and Satyabhama.

It is one among the eleven Divya Desams of Thirunangur Tirupathis and is closely associated with Thirumangai Alvar. The temple is open from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m and has four daily rituals at various times of the day. The Thirumangai Alvar Mangalasasana Utsavam celebrated annually during the Tamil month of Thai is the major festival of the temple during which the festival images of the eleven Thirunangur Tirupathis are brought on mount designed like Garuda, called Garuda Vahana, to Thirunangur.

Thirukkavalampadi: Key Facts

TempleThirukkavalampadi
LocationTamil Nadu
StateTamil Nadu
Entry FeeFree (general darshan)
Best Time to VisitOctober to February
Nearest Railway StationVithisvarankol railway station, ~8 km
Nearest AirportPuducherry (PNY), ~88 km
GPS11.17750, 79.77920

Thirukkavalampadi Timings 2026

Thirukkavalampadi is open every day, usually from early morning to late evening with a break in the afternoon. Darshan and aarti timings change with the season and on festival days.

MorningOpens early morning (around 5 to 6 AM)
AfternoonShort break around midday at many temples
EveningEvening aarti around sunset, closes by about 8 to 9 PM

Ask the temple office on arrival for the day's aarti schedule.

Dress Code & Temple Rules

DressModest, traditional clothes covering shoulders and knees
FootwearRemove before entering; use the shoe stand
PhotographyNot allowed inside the sanctum
Not AllowedLeather items, tobacco, alcohol, non-veg food
QueueFollow queue lines and staff instructions on festival days

How to Reach Thirukkavalampadi

LocationTamil Nadu
By AirPuducherry (PNY), about 88 km
By AirTiruchirappalli (TRZ), about 126 km
By TrainVithisvarankol railway station, about 8 km
Major StationViluppuram Junction railway station, about 90 km
By RoadTaxis, autos and state buses from the railway station and nearby cities

Distance from Nearby Cities

From	Road Distance (approx.)	Travel Time (approx.)
Puducherry	114 km	3 hr
Tiruchirappalli	163 km	4 hr
Salem	258 km	6 hr
Chennai	268 km	6 hr
Madurai	308 km	7 hr

Best Time to Visit

October to February. The weather is cooler and drier. April–May is very hot, and the monsoon brings heavy rain to the coast. Weekday mornings are the least crowded; expect long queues on weekends, holidays and festivals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Thirukkavalampadi located?

Thirukkavalampadi is in Tamil Nadu, India. GPS location: 11.1775, 79.7792.

What are the timings of Thirukkavalampadi?

Thirukkavalampadi is open daily from early morning to evening, usually with an afternoon break. Timings change on festivals, so confirm with the temple office before you go.

Is there an entry fee at Thirukkavalampadi?

General darshan is free. Special pujas, sevas or quick darshan may have a separate fee set by the temple.

What is the best time to visit Thirukkavalampadi?

October to February. The weather is cooler and drier. April–May is very hot, and the monsoon brings heavy rain to the coast.

Which is the nearest railway station to Thirukkavalampadi?

Vithisvarankol railway station is the nearest railway station, about 8 km away. The nearest major station is Viluppuram Junction railway station, about 90 km away.

How far is Thirukkavalampadi from Puducherry?

Thirukkavalampadi is about 114 km by road from Puducherry (approx.).

Which is the nearest airport to Thirukkavalampadi?

Puducherry (PNY) is the nearest major airport, about 88 km away in a straight line. Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) is the next option.

What is the dress code at Thirukkavalampadi?

Wear modest, traditional clothes that cover shoulders and knees. Remove footwear before entering. Shorts and sleeveless tops are best avoided.

Is photography allowed inside Thirukkavalampadi?

Photography is usually not allowed inside the sanctum. Outer areas may allow photos; follow the signs and staff instructions.

Which other temples are near Thirukkavalampadi?

Nataraja Temple, Tirunallar Saniswaran Temple, Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, Mahalingeswarar Temple, Thiruvidaimarudur are close by and can be covered on the same trip.