Tiruvalaputhur Manickavannar Temple

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Tiruvalaputhur, 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: 07:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Evening: 04:30 PM – 08:30 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

Early morning between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM is recommended for a peaceful darshan.

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Lord Shiva is worshipped as Manickavannar, with Goddess Vandarpunguzhali / Vandal Kuzhalammai. The temple is a Devaram Paadal Petra Sthalam associated with Thirugnana Sambandar and Sundarar. According to tradition, Arjuna worshipped Lord Shiva here after Shiva helped him obtain water during his exile.

🏛 Temple History

The temple is believed to have existed before the 7th century, as it was praised by the Saiva Nayanmars. The structure was subsequently reconstructed and extended during the Chola and Vijayanagara periods. The temple faces east and has a three-tier vimana over the sanctum.

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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 is recommended.

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Photography

Not allowed

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Prasad

Available

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Prasad Details

Prasad availability may vary depending on the day's pooja.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Visit during the morning hours for a peaceful darshan.
Friday is significant for worship of Goddess Durga.
Pradosham, Maha Shivaratri and major festival days may attract more devotees.
The temple can be included in a Cauvery Vadakarai Paadal Petra Sthalam pilgrimage circuit.