Temples in Thanjavur

Discover famous temples located in Thanjavur district including their history, architecture, festivals, darshan timings and travel information.

Explore the most famous temples in Thanjavur district, including ancient Shiva temples, Vishnu temples, Murugan temples, Amman temples and other important pilgrimage destinations with history, timings and travel information.

Arulmigu Brahma Sira Kandeeswarar Temple

Arulmigu Brahma Sira Kandeeswarar Temple

📍 Kandiyur, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple | Ashta Veeratta Sthalam

Brahma Sira Kandeeswarar Temple at Kandiyur is one of the Ashta Veeratta Sthalams where Lord Shiva is believed to have removed one of Lord Brahma's five heads. The...

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Agneeswarar Shukran Temple

Agneeswarar Shukran Temple

📍 Kanjanur, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple | Paadal Petra Sthalam | Navagraha Temple (Shukra)

Agneeswarar Temple at Kanjanur is one of Tamil Nadu's Navagraha temples associated with Sukra (Venus). Dedicated primarily to Lord Shiva, the temple is visited by...

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Adi Kumbeswarar Temple

Adi Kumbeswarar Temple

📍 Kumbakkonam, Thanjavur
🕒 5:30 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple | Paadal Petra Sthalam

Adi Kumbeswarar Temple in Kumbakonam is one of Tamil Nadu's most significant Shiva temples. According to temple tradition, Lord Shiva recreated life after the cosmic...

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Airavatesvara Temple

Airavatesvara Temple

📍 Kumbakkonam, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple | UNESCO World Heritage Site

Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram near Kumbakonam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Rajaraja Chola II in the 12th century. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is...

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Arulmigu Chakrapani Swami Temple

Arulmigu Chakrapani Swami Temple

📍 Kumbakkonam, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Vishnu
Listed In: Vishnu Temple

Chakrapani Swamy Temple at Kumbakonam is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the form of Sudarshana Chakra. The temple is unique for its worship of the divine discus and is an...

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Kal Garuda Perumal Koil

Kal Garuda Perumal Koil

📍 Kumbakkonam, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Vishnu
Listed In: Vishnu Temple

Kal Garuda Perumal Temple near Kumbakonam is renowned for its unique stone Garuda idol, believed to increase in weight during ceremonial processions. Dedicated to Lord...

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Sri Sarangapani Swami Temple

Sri Sarangapani Swami Temple

📍 Kumbakkonam, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Main Deity: Vishnu
Listed In: Vishnu Temple | Divya Desam

Sarangapani Swamy Temple at Kumbakonam is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Renowned for its majestic chariot-shaped sanctum and towering...

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Maha Prathyankaradevi Temple

Maha Prathyankaradevi Temple

📍 Kumbakkonam - Ayyavadi, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Amman
Listed In: Amman Temple

Maha Prathyangira Devi Temple at Ayyavadi is a revered Shakti shrine dedicated to Goddess Prathyangira. The temple is especially known for powerful Nikumbala Homam...

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Durgai Amman Temple

Durgai Amman Temple

📍 Kumbakkonam - Patteeswaram, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Main Deity: Amman
Listed In: Amman Temple

Durgai Amman Temple at Patteeswaram is dedicated to Goddess Durga, who is worshipped in a graceful standing posture. The temple is highly revered for granting courage,...

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Arulmigu Sri Oppiliappan Temple

Arulmigu Sri Oppiliappan Temple

📍 Kumbakkonam - Thirunageswaram, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Main Deity: Vishnu
Listed In: Vishnu Temple | Divya Desam

Sri Oppiliappan Temple near Kumbakonam is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is famous for the unique tradition of offering food without...

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Sri Padaikatti Maha Mariamman Temple

Sri Padaikatti Maha Mariamman Temple

📍 Kumbakkonam - Valangaiman, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Amman
Listed In: Amman Temple

Sri Padaikatti Maha Mariamman Temple at Valangaiman is a popular shrine dedicated to Goddess Mariamman. Worshipped for protection, health, and prosperity, the temple is...

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Arulmigu Ramalingeswarar Temple

Arulmigu Ramalingeswarar Temple

📍 Papanasam, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple

Ramalingeswarar Temple at Papanasam is an ancient Shiva temple closely associated with the sacred Thamirabarani River. Devotees believe worship here helps cleanse sins...

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Shri Mariamman Kovil

Shri Mariamman Kovil

📍 Punnai Nallur, Thanjavur
🕒 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Main Deity: Amman
Listed In: Amman Temple

Punnainallur Mariamman Temple near Thanjavur is one of Tamil Nadu's most famous Amman temples. Dedicated to Goddess Mariamman, the temple is revered for blessings...

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Arulmigu Siva Suriya Perumal Temple

Arulmigu Siva Suriya Perumal Temple

📍 Suriyanar Koil, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple

Arulmigu Siva Suriya Perumal Temple at Suriyanar Koil is a unique shrine where Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu are worshipped together. Located near the famous Suriyanar...

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Arulmigu Swaminatha Swamy Temple

Arulmigu Swaminatha Swamy Temple

📍 Swamimalai, Thanjavur
🕒 5:30 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Main Deity: Murugan
Listed In: Murugan Temple | Arupadai Veedu

Swaminatha Swamy Temple at Swamimalai is one of the six sacred abodes of Lord Murugan (Arupadai Veedu). The temple commemorates the legend of Murugan teaching the...

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Brihadishvara Temple

Brihadishvara Temple

📍 Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple | UNESCO World Heritage Site

Brihadishvara Temple at Thanjavur is a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Raja Raja Chola I in the 11th century. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is celebrated for...

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Sri Bangaru Kamakshi Amman Temple

Sri Bangaru Kamakshi Amman Temple

📍 Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Amman
Listed In: Amman Temple

Sri Bangaru Kamakshi Amman Temple in Thanjavur is dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi in her golden form. The temple is closely associated with Saint Syama Sastri and is...

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Sri Neelamega Perumal Temple

Sri Neelamega Perumal Temple

📍 Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Vishnu
Listed In: Vishnu Temple

Sri Neelamega Perumal Temple in Thanjavur is an ancient Vaishnavite shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Revered for its peaceful atmosphere, traditional worship, and...

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Shri Kailasanathar Temple

Shri Kailasanathar Temple

📍 Thingalur, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple | Navagraha Temple (Moon)

Kailasanathar Temple at Thingalur is one of the Navagraha temples associated with Chandra (Moon). Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is visited by devotees seeking...

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Arulmigu Kampaheswarar Temple

Arulmigu Kampaheswarar Temple

📍 Thirubuvanam, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple | UNESCO World Heritage Site

Kampaheswarar Temple at Thirubuvanam is a magnificent Chola-era Shiva temple built by Kulothunga Chola III. Renowned for its elegant Dravidian architecture and intricate...

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Garbharakshambigai Temple

Garbharakshambigai Temple

📍 Thirukarukavoor, Thanjavur
🕒 5:30 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Main Deity: Amman
Listed In: Amman Temple

Garbharakshambigai Temple at Thirukarukavur is one of Tamil Nadu's most revered Shakti temples. Dedicated to Goddess Garbharakshambigai and Lord Mullaivananathar, it is...

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Sri Naganatha Swamy Temple

Sri Naganatha Swamy Temple

📍 Thirunageshwaram, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple | Navagraha Temple (Rahu)

Sri Naganatha Swamy Temple at Thirunageswaram is one of the Navagraha temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and associated with Rahu. The temple is famous for the unique milk...

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Arulmigu Girigujambigai Amman Temple

Arulmigu Girigujambigai Amman Temple

📍 Thirunageswaram, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Main Deity: Amman
Listed In: Amman Temple

Girigujambigai Amman Temple at Thirunageswaram is dedicated to Goddess Girigujambigai, consort of Lord Naganathaswamy. The temple is revered for its spiritual...

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Saint Thyagaraja Temple

Saint Thyagaraja Temple

📍 Thiruvaiyaaru, Thanjavur
🕒 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Main Deity: Shiva
Listed In: Shiva Temple | Paadal Petra Sthalam

Saint Thyagaraja Temple at Thiruvaiyaru commemorates the great Carnatic composer Saint Thyagaraja. Located on the banks of the Cauvery River, the temple is the venue for...

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