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Tiruvirkudi Veerataneswarar Temple

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About the temple

Veerateeswarar Temple in Thiruvirkudi is an ancient Hindu shrine dedicated to Shiva, revered in the 7th-century Tamil text Tevaram and recognized as one of eight sacred temples commemorating Shiva's victory over the demon Jalandhara. The shrine draws devotees through the day for darshan and aarti, with the atmosphere reaching its peak during the evening rituals and on festival days when special pujas are performed.

Shiva templePaadal Petra SthalamChola dynastyMayiladuthuraiAshta Veeratanam
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Devotee rating
1
Daily rituals
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Major festivals

How to reach

By road
Well connected to city centre, ~20 min by taxi or auto.
On foot
Footwear stands and cloak rooms available near the main entrance.
Nearby stay
Dharamshalas and hotels within walking distance of the temple.
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