Alandurainathar Temple

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Pullamangai, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu

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

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 07:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 04:00 PM – 07:00 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

Early morning or evening

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Alandurainathar Temple is an ancient early Chola Shiva temple at Pullamangai. It is a Paadal Petra Sthalam praised by Thirugnanasambandar and is especially famous for its exquisite Chola-period sculptures depicting mythological and religious stories.

🏛 Temple History

The temple is an important early Chola monument, generally associated with the 10th century. Its architecture and sculptures represent the high level of artistic achievement during the Chola period. The numerous miniature sculptures and narrative panels are among the temple's most notable features.

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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

No festivals available.

🔔 Darshan Timings & Rules

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Dress Code

Visitors are expected to wear modest and traditional clothing when visiting Alandurainathar Temple

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Photography

Not allowed

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Prasad

Available

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Prasad Details

Vibhuti Flowers Fruits Coconut Cooked food offerings

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Visit during the morning hours for a better view of the historic sculptures. The temple can be included in a pilgrimage covering important Chola-era temples around Papanasam, Kumbakonam and Thanjavur.