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Aiyarappar Temple

Aiyarappar Temple

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Thiruvaiyaru, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

Temple Tags: Chola Temple Nayanmar Temple Paadal Petra Sthalam South India Temple Tevaram Temple

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 06:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Evening: 05:00 PM – 08:30 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

October to March; the Saptha Sthana festival is especially significant.

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Aiyarappar Temple is an ancient Shiva temple in Thiruvaiyaru and one of the Paadal Petra Sthalams. The presiding deity is Aiyarappar and the Goddess is Aram Valartha Nayaki. The temple is situated near the Kaveri River and is associated with the celebrated Saptha Sthana festival.

🏛 Temple History

The temple has a long history associated with the Chola period and the Tamil Shaivite tradition. Thirugnanasambandar, Appar and Sundarar have praised Aiyarappar in the Thevaram hymns. The temple is one of the important Shiva temples in the Kaveri delta region.

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Daily Poojas

Regular temple worship schedule

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No daily poojas available.

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Special Rituals

Sacred offerings and temple rituals

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No special rituals available currently.

🎉 Temple Festivals

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No festivals available.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Visit during early morning or evening hours for a peaceful darshan. The Saptha Sthana festival is an important annual celebration. The temple is easily accessible from Thanjavur and Kumbakonam.

🚍 How to Reach

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Railway Station

Thanjavur Junction Railway Station (TJ) • 14.00 km

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Airport

Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) • 59.00 km

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Bus Stand

Thiruvaiyaru Bus Stand • 0.44 km

🔔 Darshan Timings & Rules

Dress Code: Traditional and modest dress recommended

Photography: No

Prasad: Available

Prasad Details: Vibhuti Kumkum Flowers Fruits Traditional cooked offerings

Aiyarappar Temple Gallery

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