Arulmigu Nellaiyappar Temple
Keelvembu Naatu Kulasekara Chaturvedhi Mangalam
Opening Time:
Morning from 5:30 AM to 12:30 PM and in the evening from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
The Nellaiappar Temple, located in Tirunelveli city of Tamil Nadu, is a grand and ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, worshipped here as Nellaiappar, and his consort Goddess Parvathi, known as Kanthimathi Amman.
This majestic temple is one of the largest in Tamil Nadu and is renowned for its Dravidian architecture, intricate carvings, musical pillars, and sacred traditions.
Believed to have been originally built over 2,000 years ago, the temple was later expanded by the Pandyas, Cholas, and Nayaks, making it a treasure trove of South Indian temple architecture. Its towering gopurams (gateway towers), long corridors, golden flagstaff, and elaborately carved pillars reflect the artistic and cultural richness of the region.
One of the highlights of the temple is the "Mani Mandapam", a hall with a musical pillar that produces distinct notes when struck. The temple complex also includes several shrines, tanks, and mandapams, attracting thousands of devotees and tourists.
The temple plays a central role during the Aani and Arudra festivals, with elaborate rituals and processions. With its spiritual atmosphere, architectural grandeur, and historical significance, Nellaiappar Temple remains a major pilgrimage destination in Tamil Nadu.
How to reach Arulmigu Nellaiyappar Temple ?
BY BUS:
Tirunelveli has four major bus stands—MGR Bus Stand, Junction Bus Stand, Palayamkottai, and an Omni Bus Stand—offering frequent services from across Tamil Nadu and Kerala.Once in town, board a local bus or take a taxi/auto to the temple (just a few kilometers away).
BY CAR:
The temple is easily accessible via road, with good connectivity to nearby towns like Madurai (~150 km), Tuticorin (~40 km), and Thiruvananthapuram (~150 km).
BY TRAIN:
Arrive at Tirunelveli Junction railway station (station code TEN), located just 2 – 4 km from the temple. You can hire a taxi or auto-rickshaw, or take a local bus drop-off. The station is well-connected with major cities including Chennai, Madurai, Coimbatore, and Trivandrum.
Cities near by Arulmigu Nellaiyappar Temple , tirunelveli
| City | Distance |
|---|---|
Nedumangadto Arulmigu Nellaiyappar Temple distance | 76.925 km |
Kuttalamto Arulmigu Nellaiyappar Temple distance | 51.297 km |
Thenkasito Arulmigu Nellaiyappar Temple distance | 48.5 km |
Kalakkaduto Arulmigu Nellaiyappar Temple distance | 28.389 km |
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