Shanmughanathar Temple, Kunnakudi, Hindu temple in Sivaganga district, India.
The Shanmughanathar Temple features three rock-cut caves from the 8th century and contains a five-tiered gateway tower reaching 16.5 meters in height.
The temple complex contains some of the earliest sculptural representations of Dvarapalas, guardian deities associated with South Indian religious architecture.
Four daily rituals involve decorations, food offerings, and lamp ceremonies, while major festivals like Panguni Uthiram attract hundreds of participants.
The temple maintains specific operating hours from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with direct access from Karaikudi via Tirupattur Road.
The temple sits on Mayil Malai, a hill formation that resembles a peacock, and houses sculptures of Lord Murugan with his consorts seated on peacock mounts.
Location: Sivaganga district
GPS coordinates: 10.11500,78.69917
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:26
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