Nadutariappar Temple

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Kanrappur, Tiruvarur, Tamil Nadu

Temple Tags: Ancient Temple Chola Temple Famous Temple Nayanmar Temple Paadal Petra Sthalam South India Temple Spiritual Healing 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

October to March is generally comfortable. For a quieter visit, choose a weekday morning. Pradosham and Maha Shivaratri are notable occasions for devotees.

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Nadutariappar Temple is an ancient Shiva temple at Kanrappur in Tiruvarur district. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Nadutariappar. The temple is revered as a Paadal Petra Sthalam and is associated with the Tevaram hymns of the Nayanmars.

🏛 Temple History

The temple belongs to the ancient Shaiva temple tradition of the Cauvery delta region. Its sacred traditions are connected with the Nayanmars and the Tevaram canon.

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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.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Have darshan of Nadutariappar.
Visit the associated Amman shrine.
Include this temple in a Paadal Petra Sthalam pilgrimage.
Learn about its connection with the Tevaram tradition.
Observe the traditional Chola-region temple architecture.
Morning darshan is generally comfortable.
Pradosham and Maha Shivaratri are significant occasions.
Festival days may have larger crowds.
Follow temple instructions regarding photography.
Remove footwear before entering the temple.
Carry drinking water during summer.
Combine the visit with other ancient Shiva temples in Tiruvarur and Nagapattinam regions.
Senior citizens may prefer morning darshan.
Allow additional time during festival days.
Maintain cleanliness and silence inside the temple.