Thirunallar Saneeswaran Temple, Thirunallar, near Karaikal

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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