Sri Sivasailanathar Paramakalyani Temple is a 500 year old Saivaite temple arranged on the banks of River Gadana at Sivasailam in Tamilnadu. Prominently called as Sivasailam Temple, this is one of the celebrated Shiva temples close Tirunelveli. The sanctuary is immense with numerous mandapams and cut columns. Distance (From Tirunelveli): 47 Kms Commonly Visited From: Papanasam (12 km) Trip Duration (From Papanasam , Including...

Bhimeswaraswamy temple is peaceful and quiet as not many people seem to visit it, normally but what an architectural treasure it the entrance of the temple is a raised platform that has the Navagrahas and idols of Lord Hanuman and small Siva Lingas. A few steps lead up to the high platform, such pedestals for Navagrahas and idols are...

Om Sri Skandasramam is a popular temple, covering an area of around five acres. The temple was constructed by Sathguru Srimath Santhananda Swamigal, a saint and follower of the Avadhoota tradition. This temple complex has many small shrines and samadhis that are dedicated to various Gods, Goddesses and saints. The main sanctum is enshrines the idols of Lord Kamala Siddhi...

Konalupaka Jain temple houses the idol of Lord Rishabha who is considered to be the first of the Jain Tirthankaras. The temple also displays idols of the other Tirthankaras on either side. The most fascinating vista is that of the 51 inches tall statue of Mahaveer. Distance (From Warangal): 83 Kms Visited From: Warangal Trip Duration (Including Travel): 4 Hours/Half Day Place...

Aihole is considered to be the ‘cradle of Hindu rock architecture’ due to its beautiful temples. It is also mythologically an important place as it is believed that Parashurama washed his axe here after killing the Kshatriyas. The Durga Temple Aihole is a landmark of the religious life of Karnataka.  Maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India, the Durga...

Sri Swayambulinga Swamy Temple at a distance of 52 km from Kanyakumari and 70 km from Tirunelveli, Sri Swayambulinga Swamy Temple is situated at Uvari, a beautiful coastal village in Tirunelveli district of Tamilnadu. It is one of the popular pilgrimage places near Kanyakumari and Tirunelveli. Distance (From Kanyakumari): 52 Kms Visited From: Kanyakumari Trip Duration (Including Travel): 3 Hours Place Location: At...

Anantheshwara temple has great spiritual and historical significance. Parents of Sri Madhvacharya (called NADILLAYAs) had worshipped the Deity of this temple continuously for 12 years to beget a child. The great Acharya was born in fulfillment of their penance. This temple was also a favorite resort of ACHYUTA PRAJNA, the ascetic, who initiated Madhva into the ascetic order. While at Udupi,...

Sri Shweta Varahaswamy Temple is a famous ancient temple of Mysore. Known also as Varahaswamy Temple, Sri Shweta Varahaswamy Temple is a popular tourist and pilgrimage destination. Located at the southern entrance of Mysore Fort, Sri Shweta Varahaswamy Temple exhibits Hoysala style of temple architecture. The stone image of Shweta Varahaswamy was at first consecrated at a temple at Srirangapatna...

Varadaraja Perumal temple in the South Indian union territory of Puducherry, is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. Distance (From Tirunelveli Railway Station): 1 Kms Commonly Visited From: Tirunelveli Railway Station Trip Duration (From Tirunelveli Railway Station, Including Travel): 1 Hour Transportation Options: Cab / Walk/Trek Timings: 7 AM - 11 AM & 6 PM - 9 PM At a distance of 1 km from Tirunelveli Railway Station, Sri...

At a distance of 750 m from Viralimalai Bus Stand, 28 km from Trichy and 43 km from Pudukkottai, Viralimalai Murugan Temple is one of the famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Murugan, also known as Subrahmanya located in the town of Viralimalai in Pudukkottai District. Distance (From Tiruchirappalli Junction): 28 Kms Visited From: Tiruchirappalli Junction Trip Duration (Including Travel): 2 Hours ...