Uthavedeeswarar Temple, Kuthalam

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Kuthalam, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu

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

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 06:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 04:00 PM – 08:00 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

Early morning between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM is recommended for a peaceful darshan.

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Uthavedeeswarar Temple is a prominent Shaiva temple in Kuthalam, traditionally known as Tiruthuruthi. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Uthavedeeswarar, also known as Sonnavaararivaar. The temple is one of the Paadal Petra Sthalam and is associated with the hymns of Thirugnana Sambandar, Appar and Sundarar. It is also traditionally regarded as a sacred site connected with the divine marriage of Shiva and Parvati.

🏛 Temple History

The temple is believed to have existed for many centuries and was reconstructed or renovated during the Chola period. The temple has two prakaram areas, with shrines for Uthavedeeswarar and the Goddess. The sacred Uddhala tree is an important feature of the temple. According to tradition, Shiva came to Kuthalam to marry Parvati and left His sacred sandals here.

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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 attire recommended.

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Photography

Not allowed

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Prasad

Available

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Prasad Details

Temple prasadam is available depending on temple offerings and occasions.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Visit during the morning opening hours for a peaceful darshan.
The temple can be combined with nearby Paadal Petra Sthalams such as Thiruvelvikudi and Thirumanancheri.
Devotees visiting for marriage-related prayers traditionally worship Goddess Parimala Sugandha Nayaki.