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Airavatesvara Temple Kumbakonam

About Airavatesvara Temple Kumbakonam

Airavateshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located in Darasuram town of Thanjavur district, near Kumbakonam, in Tamil Nadu. This temple is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is part of the “Great Living Chola Temples," along with the Brihadesswara Temple and Gangaikondacholisvaram Temple. Festival celebrations at this temple are Mahashivratri, Natyanjali Dance, Arudra Darshan, Adi Puram and Navratri.

How to Reach Airavatesvara Temple

The temple is easily accessible by various modes of transport. Some frequently used ways are given below.

By Rail

The nearest railway station is Kumbakonam station, at a distance of 5–6 km from the temple. One can easily get public transport or hire a private taxi to reach the temple.

By Road

The temple can be easily reached by taking public transport or a private taxi to reach the temple. Thus, one can easily reach the temple. One can easily reach the temple by taking the road.

By Air

The nearest airport is Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), at a distance of 90 km from the temple. You can get the flights from various major cities to this airport regularly. There are facilities for public transport and private taxis from the temple.

Best Time to Visit Dharasuram Sri Airavatesvara Temple

The best time to visit this temple is from November to February. In the winter months, you can enjoy the natural atmosphere and even do the sightseeing comfortably.

Darshan Timings
Morning Timing: 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Evening Timing: 4:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Aarti Timings
Morning aarti: 06:30 AM
Evening aarti: 07:00 PM
Dress Code Traditional and formal clothing
Photography Not allowed
Prasad Not available
Festival
Mahashivratri ( 18 February 2023 )