Thirukadaiyur Temple | History,Timings & Online Booking

Thirukadaiyur temple is located in the state of Tamil Nadu in India. The people also call this temple Sri Amritaghateswarar Abhirami Temple. Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati are the main deities in this temple. The temple morning timings are 06:00 am to 01:00 pm, and the evening timings are 04:05 pm to 09:00 pm.

The temple Thirukadaiyur came from ” Thiru-ka-dai-Oor,” meaning “Holy residence.” The deities Lord  Shiva and Goddess Parvathi face each other in the sanctum. This temple is very famous in the state of Tamil Nadu.

The temple is one of the most prominent Shiva temples in South India. People consider the temple a traditional and spiritual home of Sri Abirami Amman Sametha Sri Amrithakadeshwarar Swamy. On this page, we are giving complete information about the temple. So, read this page to know more.

History of the Thirukadaiyur Temple:

After the Samudra Manthan, the Devatas were victorious over the Asuras. The Devatas got a pot of Amrit. They decided to consume the Amrit and gathered in one place.

As decided, they shared the pot of Amrit but forgot to invoke Lord Ganesh. As it was a tradition, Lord Ganesh was offended. So, he stole the pot and hid it in Thirukadaiyur.

Before that, Lord Ganesh created a Shivling and poured some Amrit. Hence, Lord Shiva is known as Amrithakadeshwar—the so-called Lord who leads to immortality.

Thirukadaiyur has been a pilgrim since that time. So, the people started worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi. This temple was renovated during the Chola empire. The Rajaraja Chola I expanded the temple.

Significance of Thirukadaiyur Temple:

The Thirukadaiyur Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Abirami, is highly revered for its association with longevity and marital harmony. 

Devotees visit to seek blessings for a long and prosperous life. The temple is known for its rituals and ceremonies, which are believed to bring the devotees health, happiness, and overall well-being.

Thirukadaiyur Temple Timings:

The temple morning timings are 06:00 am to 01:00 pm, and the evening timings are 04:05 pm to 09:00 pm.

Days	Morning Timings	Evening Timings
Monday	06:00 am to 01:00 pm	04:05 pm to 09:00 pm
Tuesday	06:00 am to 01:00 pm	04:05 pm to 09:00 pm
Wednesday	06:00 am to 01:00 pm	04:05 pm to 09:00 pm
Thursday	06:00 am to 01:00 pm	04:05 pm to 09:00 pm
Friday	06:00 am to 01:00 pm	04:05 pm to 09:00 pm
Saturday	06:00 am to 01:00 pm	04:05 pm to 09:00 pm
Sunday	06:00 am to 01:00 pm	04:05 pm to 09:00 pm

Thirukadaiyur Temple Sevas Timings:

The following are the Thirukadaiyur temple Pooja timings.

Sevas Names	Timings
Ushakalam	05:30 am
Kalasanthi	08:00 am
Uchikalam	10:00 am
Sayarakshai	06:00 pm
Irandam Kalam	08:00 pm
Ardha Jamam	10:00 pm

Each of the poojas has four steps. They are Abhishek, Alangaram, Naivedyam, and Deepa Aradhana.

Thirukadaiyur Temple Pujas Ticket Costs:

The temple sevas ticket costs are here

Puja Name	Puja Type	Oru Kala Puja
Ugaradhashanthi	Oru Kala Puja	Rs.7001
–	Irandu Kala Puja	Rs.12001
Shastiapthapoorthi	Oru Kala Puja	Rs.7001
–	Irandu Kala Puja	Rs.12001
Bheema Ratha Shanti	Oru Kala Puja	Rs.7001
–	Irandu Kala Puja	Rs.12001
Sadhabhishegam	Oru Kala Puja	Rs.7001
–	Irandu Kala Puja	Rs.12001
Pooranbhishegam	Oru Kala Puja	Rs.7001
–	Irandu Kala Puja	Rs.12001
Ayush Homam	–	Rs.6001

Different Types of Homams at Thirukadaiyur Temple:

Types of Homams at the Temple

Homams Names	Beginning Age
Vaishnavi Shanthi Homam	50
Vaaruni Shanthi Homam	55
Ugraradha Shanthi Homam	60
Shastiapthapoorthi Shanthi Homam	61
Mritthunjaya Homam	65
Bhimaradha Shanthi Homam	70
Jandri Shanthi Homam	75
Sadabishega Homam	80 or 81
Roudhri Shanthi Homam	85
Kaala Swaroopa Showri Shanthi Homam	90
Thrayampaka Mahaarathy Shanthi Homam	95
Maha Mritthunjaya Shanthi Homam	100

So, if you want to conduct any of the above Homams, you can do it in the Thirukadaiyur temple.

Thirukadaiyur Marriage Slot Details:

Temple marriage slot details are here

Slots	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
First Slot	6:00 am	6:00 am	6.00 am	5.30 am	6:00 am	6.00 am	6:00 am
Second Slot	7:15 am	7:30 am	7:15 am	7:30 am	7:30 am	7:30 am	7:30 am
Third Slot	9:00 am	8:45 am	9:00 am	9:00 am	9:00 am	8:45 am	9:00 am
Fourth Slot	10:15 am	10:30 am	10:30 am	10:30 am	10:15 am	10:30 am	10:30 am

Tourist places near Thirukadaiyur Temple:

• Brihadeeswara Temple
• Kanchipuram
• Ananta Padmanabhaswamy Temple Adyar
• Meenakshi Amman Temple
• Kodaikanal
• Kundrakudi Shanmughanathar Murugan Temple
• Dhanushkodi Beach
• Hogenakkal 
• Kulasekarapattinam Mutharamman Temple
• Tuticorin
• Pollachi 

Hotels nearby Thirukadaiyur Temple:

• Hotel Kanakabhishegam
• Royal Shree Amirthayoga
• Hotel Aadhi
• Abirami Residency
• Hotel Million Day
• Golden Tower
• Hotel Aishwariyam Thirukadaiyur
• AVS Imperia
• Hotel Manivizha

Thirukadaiyur Temple Contact Details:

• Address: Thirukadaiyur Temple, Sannathi Street, Thirukadaiyur, Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu, India.
• Contact Numbers: 04364 – 287429
• Thirukadaiyur Temple: Official Website
• Email: thirukkadaiyurdevasthanam@gmail.com

How to reach Thirukadaiyur Temple:

The following are the possible ways to reach the Thirukadaiyur temple.

By Air:

Trichy is the nearest airport to the temple. It is about 165 km away.

By Train:

Mayiladuthurai is the nearest railway station. It is about 25 Km away.

By Road:

Many vehicles are available from Mayiladuthurai to the temple. It is about 21 km away.

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