Thirukolakka Sapthapureeswarar Temple

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Sirkazhi, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu

Temple Tags: Ancient Temple Chola Temple Nayanmar Temple Paadal Petra Sthalam Sambandar Temple South India Temple Tevaram Temple

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 07:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Evening: 04:30 PM – 08:00 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

October to March is generally comfortable for pilgrimage.

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Thirukolakka is an important Shaivite pilgrimage centre and one of the Paadal Petra Sthalams of the Cauvery northern bank. The presiding deity is Lord Shiva, worshipped as Sapthapureeswarar, while the Goddess is known as Osai Kodutha Nayaki. According to temple tradition, Lord Shiva blessed Saint Tirugnanasambandar with golden cymbals at this sacred place. The temple is also associated with music and the power of sacred sound.

🏛 Temple History

The historical name of Thirukolakka is Sapthapuri. The temple belongs to the ancient Chola-period sacred landscape of the Cauvery region. It is traditionally counted as the 15th Paadal Petra Sthalam among the temples on the northern bank of the Cauvery. The shrine has separate sanctums for Sapthapureeswarar and Osai Kodutha Nayaki, along with several subsidiary shrines.

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Daily Poojas

Regular temple worship schedule

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No daily poojas available.

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Special Rituals

Sacred offerings and temple rituals

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No special rituals available currently.

🎉 Temple Festivals

No festivals available.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Visit during the morning or evening darshan hours.
The temple can be combined with the nearby Sirkazhi Sattainathar/Brahmapureeswarar Temple.
Maintain silence and avoid disturbing worship.
Photography inside restricted areas should be avoided.
During festivals and special pujas, opening hours may vary.
Devotees interested in Tevaram traditions can learn about the connection of the temple with Tirugnanasambandar.

🚍 How to Reach

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Railway Station

Sirkazhi Railway Station • 2.00 km

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Airport

Tiruchirappalli International Airport • 150.00 km

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Bus Stand

Sirkazhi Bus Stand • 2.00 km

🔔 Darshan Timings & Rules

Dress Code: Traditional and modest clothing recommended.

Photography: No

Prasad: Available

Prasad Details: Temple prasadam may be available depending on the day's worship and temple arrangements.