Arulmigu Thyagaraja Swamy Temple, Thiruvarur
Lord Thyagaraja (Somaskanda) & Vanmikanathar
Thiruvarur, Tiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu
Managed by Tamil Nadu HR&CE Department
One of the largest temple complexes in India, with the biggest temple chariot in Asia.
History
The temple covers about 30 acres and has a tank (Kamalalayam) of about 25 acres. The Thyagaraja idol is believed to have been brought from Indra's heaven by King Muchukunda. The Azhi Ther, the temple chariot pulled through the streets in Panguni, is one of the largest in Asia. Thiruvarur is the birthplace of the composer Thyagaraja.
Festivals
- Azhi Ther Festival (Panguni)
- Thiruvathirai
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Directions to Arulmigu Thyagaraja Swamy Temple
How to reach
- By air
- Tiruchirappalli Airport, about 120 km
- By train
- Thiruvarur Junction, about 1 km
- By road
- TNSTC / SETC buses and taxis from the nearest town.
Near the temple
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