Arulmigu Kediliyappar Thirukkovil

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Keezhvelur, Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 06:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 05:00 PM – 09:00 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

October to March is generally comfortable for pilgrimage.

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Arulmigu Kediliyappar Temple at Keezhvelur is an ancient Shiva temple and one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams praised in the Tevaram hymns. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Kediliyappar, also known as Akshayalingeswarar, while Goddess Parvati is worshipped as Vanamulai Amman. The temple is associated with the hymns of Thirugnana Sambandar and Thirunavukkarasar (Appar).

🏛 Temple History

The historic name of Keezhvelur is Tirukeezhvelur. The temple is traditionally regarded as an ancient Maada Kovil and is associated with the Chola-period temple tradition. Lord Shiva is worshipped as a Swayambhu form. The temple is also known as Akshayalingeswarar Temple.

The shrine has two prakaras and a prominent Rajagopuram. Several traditional shrines are found within the complex, including those of Murugan, Nataraja, Dakshinamurthy and other forms of Shiva. The temple is also traditionally associated with Kubera worship and is regarded as a Kubera Sthalam.

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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

Traditional and modest clothing is recommended.

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Photography

Not allowed

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Prasad

Not available

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Prasad Details

Prasadam is available according to temple arrangements.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

This is an important Tevaram Paadal Petra Sthalam.
Devotees interested in Nayanmar history can explore the temple's connection with Sambandar and Appar.
The temple is traditionally associated with Kubera worship.
Visit during the morning or evening for a comfortable darshan.
Check locally for special pooja and festival timings before travelling.
Keezhvelur is located between Nagapattinam and Thiruvarur, making the temple suitable for inclusion in a wider Cauvery-delta temple pilgrimage.