Kannayariamudayar Temple, Thirukkarayil, Hindu temple in Thirukkarayil, India
The temple features a five-tiered Rajagopuram gateway tower and multiple shrines enclosed within a solid granite perimeter wall.
The temple structure dates back to the 8th century during the Chola dynasty period, following traditional Dravidian architectural principles.
The temple holds recognition as a Paadal Petra Sthalam, receiving mention in the Tamil Saiva canonical text Tevaram from the 7th century.
Visitors can access the temple during two daily periods, from 6 AM to 1 PM and from 4 PM to 8:30 PM throughout the week.
Four sacred water bodies surround the temple: Brahma Tirtha, Agasthya Tirtha, Vinayaga Tirtha, and Sakthi Tirtha near the Ambal shrine.
Location: Nagapattinam district
GPS coordinates: 10.61667,79.71667
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:10
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