Vedapuriswarar Temple, Thiruvedhikudi, Hindu temple in Thiruvedhikudi, India
The Vedapuriswarar Temple features four gateway towers and numerous shrines across its expansive grounds, showcasing traditional Tamil architectural elements and stone carvings.
Built during the Chola dynasty in the 9th century, this temple received subsequent modifications under the Thanjavur Nayaks rule during the 16th century.
The temple conducts six daily worship sessions and hosts twelve annual festivals, including ceremonies where priests perform rituals with musical accompaniment.
The temple remains open to visitors from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM, accessible by mini bus or auto rickshaw from surrounding towns.
During specific dates of the Tamil month Panguni, sunlight directly illuminates the Sivalingam, marking a period when the Sun god performs ceremonial worship.
Location: Thanjavur district
GPS coordinates: 10.85640,79.13720
Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:08
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