Thirunallar Saneeswaran Temple
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Location: Thirunallar, near Karaikal
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Significance: One of the Navagraha temples, and the most renowned temple for Lord Shani in South India.
Highlight: Pilgrims take a holy dip in the Nala Theertham before entering the temple to wash away sins and karmic troubles caused by Shani.
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A visit to Thirunallar Saneeswaran Temple can be a powerful spiritual experience.
Here's a simple travel and visit plan for Thirunallar:
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Thirunallar Temple Visit Plan
1. Temple Info:
Main Deity: Lord Shani (Saneeswaran)
Temple Timings:
Morning: 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Evening: 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Special Ritual: Taking a dip in Nala Theertham before darshan is considered essential.
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2. Best Time to Visit:
Days: Saturdays (especially during Shani Peyarchi) are most auspicious.
Weather: October to February is pleasant.
Avoid: Extremely crowded days if you prefer a peaceful visit.
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3. How to Reach Thirunallar:
By Road:
Well-connected by bus/taxi from:
Karaikal (5 km)
Nagapattinam (25 km)
Mayiladuthurai (48 km)
Thanjavur (100 km)
By Train:
Nearest Station: Karaikal (very close to Thirunallar)
You can get autos/buses to the temple.
By Air:
Nearest Airports:
Tiruchirappalli (160 km)
From Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirunallar Saneeswaran Temple, the distance is approximately:
290 to 310 km
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4. Stay Options:
Plenty of budget hotels, lodges, and dharmashalas near the temple.
Karaikal town also has comfortable mid-range hotels.
Book in advance on weekends or festival days.
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5. Ritual/Procedure Highlights:
1. Holy dip in Nala Theertham
2. Light til oil lamps
3. Offer black sesame, black cloth, and gingelly oil
4. Do archana for relief from Shani Dosha
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