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Temples in Tirunelveli

Arulmigu Nellaiappar Temple

Arulmigu Nellaiappar Temple

The Arulmigu Nellaiappar Temple is located in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Shiva is worshipped as the lingam-represented Nellaiappar (also known as Venuvananathar) and his spouse Parvati is represented as the Kanthimathi Amman. The Pandyas are thought to have constructed the first complex and then the Cholas, Pallavas, Cheras and Madurai Nayaks built the current masonry structure. Aani Brahmostavam, Aadi Puram and Avani Mula Utsavam are important festival celebrations at this temple. The best time to visit this temple is between October and February.

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Tirunelveli  Temples

Tirunelveli known as Nellai is a major district in Tamil Nadu. It is famous for its religious and mythological significance. There are many temples to visit like Kanthimathi Nellaiappar Temple, Arulmigu Nellaiappar Temple, Nava Tirupathi Temples, and Sankaranarayan Temple. The festivals like Vaikuntha Ekadashi, Arudra Darshan, Bhogi Pandigai, Pongal and Thai Amavasai are celebrated. The best time to visit the Tirunelveli temples is the month from October to February. Know more about the Tirunelveli temples their darshan, aarti timings and much more at Yatradham.