Temples In and Around Thiruvaiyaru
The Paadal Petra Sthalams are 276 temples that are revered in the verses of Saiva Nayanars (Thevaram) in the 6th-9th century CE and are amongst the greatest Shiva temples of the continent. Saptamartrikas are 7 shrines in the Tiruvaiyaru region associated with seven female deities in Siva temple. The sapthasthanam festival is conducted at Tiruvaiyaru during April every year. Hundreds of people witness the convergence of seven glass palanquins carrying principal deities of respective temples from seven places at Tiruvaiyaru.
Package Includes
Accommodation
Food
Cab
Sthalapuranam
Itinerary Temples
- Aiyarappar Temple, Thiruvaiyaru
- Apathsahayar Temple,Thirupazhanam
- Odhanavaneswarar Temple, Thiruchotruthurai
- Vedapuriswarar Temple, Thiruvedhikudi
- Kandeeswarar Temple, Thirukandiyur
- Puvananathar Temple, Thirupoonthruthi
- Neyyadiappar Temple, Thiruneithaanam.
Full Itinerary
Morning
Aiyarappar Temple,Thiruvaiyaru
- The temple, known as Dakshina Kailasam (Southern abode of Shiva.Near the Shiva temple is the one-roomed house where Thyagaraja composed some of his greatest works. On the banks of the river is the samadhi of the saint composer and it is here that the greatest music festival in the country takes place annually.
Morning
Apathsahayar Temple,Thirupazhanam
- The temple is revered by the hymns of 7th century Tamil saint poet, Appar.
Morning
Odhanavaneswarar Temple,Thiruchotruthurai
- The temple is revered by the hymns of 7th century Tamil saint poet, Appar. The temple is built in the early Chola style of 9th century made of granite.
Evening
Vedapuriswarar Temple,Thiruvedhikudi
- This place is a "Thirumana Thiruthalam". It is said to be that Thirugnanasampanthar had obtained the vision of Lord’s marriage. If delay in marriage is bothering you, Merciful Vedapureeeshwar has promised to shower His Grace upon all those who seek His blessings.
Evening
Kandeeswarar Temple,Thirukandiyur
- Since Vishnu relieved (vimochana) the sin (saabha) of Shiva (also called Hara), the temple is called Hara Saabha Vimochana Temple.
Evening
Puvananathar Temple,Thirupoonthruthi
- The temple is revered by the hymns of 7th century Tamil saint poet, Appar. The temple is built in the early Chola style of 9th century made of granite.
Evening
Neyyadiappar Temple,Thiruneithaanam
- The temple is incarnated by the hymns of Tirugnana Sambandar.
Additional Info
- The Pickup and Drop point for this itinerary is Kumbakonam. All pilgrims are requested to reach this place before the trip starts. However all the the itineraries are customisable and the pilgrims can contact Gosthala to customize the trip details in advance.
- Breakfast for 2 persons.
- Transportation in AC Etios/Dzire cabs.
- Hotel accommodation based on type of package (standard/deluxe/premium) chosen. The price mentioned in this package is for family of two members sharing a single room. For extra person, please place a separate request with us.
- Room type is Standard A/C Room in 2 star hotel.
- Toll charges and driver's allowance.
- Upon booking confirmation, the sthalapuranam of temples mentioned in the itinerary will be sent through email.
- No extra charges for one child below the age of five.
- Package does not include lunch and dinner.
- The pickup and drop point information will be provided to the customer before booking. It is customer's responsibility to reach the pickup point of the trip at specified time. On request basis, GoSthala will arrange pickup from customers place of choice at any applicable nominal charges.
- All other expenses (temple entry ticket charges, parking charges, etc.) that are not specified in the package inclusions.
- Any loss/expenses incurred by unforeseen circumstances e.g. flight delays/cancellations, road blockages, vehicle breakdown, strikes, etc.
- Expense of personal nature such as laundry, etc.
- Any applicable service tax charges.
- Transportation provided will be as per itinerary only (not at disposal).
- The package price is indicative and based on seasonal demands the price is subject to change and will be informed prior booking.
- The package does not include guide services where not mentioned. Guide services can be availed from us at an additional cost.
- GoSthala will do all the checking necessary to ensure the temples are open during the visit. However we will not be responsible if any of the temples are closed at the time of visit.
- Payment method as follows: 25% payment on confirmation; 50% payment before starting the trip; Balance payment before end of the trip.
- 15% of package cost will be charged as penalty on canceling, 31 or more days before departure.
- 35% of package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation between 22 to 30 days before departure.
- 50% of package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation between 15 to 21 days before departure.
- 100% of package cost will be charged as penalty on cancelling, 15 days before departure.
