Kalyanasundareswarar Temple, Thiruvelvikudi

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Thiruvelvikudi, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 07:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Evening: 04:00 PM – 08:00 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

October to March is generally comfortable for travel

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Thiruvelvikudi Kalyanasundareswarar Temple is an ancient Shiva temple associated with the sacred tradition of Shiva's divine marriage. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Kalyanasundareswarar and Goddess Parimala Sugandha Nayaki. The temple is particularly associated with prayers for removal of marriage obstacles and for a harmonious married life.

🏛 Temple History

According to temple tradition, Thiruvelvikudi is associated with the sacred wedding preparations of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The name of the place is traditionally connected with the yajna or sacred ritual performed here. The temple preserves the Kalyanasundareswarar form of Shiva and has developed a strong association with marriage-related worship.

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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

Modest and traditional attire is recommended.

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Photography

Not allowed

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Prasad

Not available

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Prasad Details

Prasadam may be available according to temple पूजा/naivedyam arrangements.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Visit during the morning for a quieter darshan.
Devotees visiting for marriage-related prayers can enquire at the temple about the appropriate worship procedure.
Dress modestly and follow temple customs.
During festivals and special occasions, expect larger crowds.
Combine the visit with other important Shiva temples around the Mayiladuthurai–Kumbakonam region.