Uma Maheswarar Temple, Konerirajapuram

🛕 Lord Shiva | 📍 Konerirajapuram, Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu

Temple Tags: Ancient Temple Chola Temple Nayanmar Temple Paadal Petra Sthalam Sambandar Temple South India Temple Tevaram Temple

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⏰ Darshan

Morning: 06:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Evening: 04:00 PM – 08:00 PM

📅 Best Time to Visit

Early morning between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM is recommended for a peaceful darshan.

📸 Photography

Not Allowed

🔱 Temple Significance

Uma Maheswarar Temple at Konerirajapuram is a historic Shiva temple and a Paadal Petra Sthalam. Lord Shiva is worshipped as Uma Maheswarar, with Goddess Parvati worshipped as Mattuvar Kuzhal Ammai. The temple is associated with the Tevaram hymns of Thirugnana Sambandar and Thirunavukkarasar.

🏛 Temple History

The present temple is associated with the Chola period and is traditionally attributed to the patronage of Sembiyan Mahadevi in the 10th century. The temple was subsequently renovated by later rulers, including the Nayaks and Vijayanagara rulers.

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Daily Poojas

Regular temple worship schedule

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No daily poojas available.

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Special Rituals

Sacred offerings and temple rituals

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No special rituals available currently.

🎉 Temple Festivals

No festivals available.

🧭 Pilgrim Travel Tips

Visit during the morning hours for a peaceful darshan.
Pradosham and festival days may attract more devotees.
The temple can be included in a pilgrimage circuit covering nearby Paadal Petra Sthalam temples.

🚍 How to Reach

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Railway Station

Kumbakonam Railway Station • 15.00 km

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Airport

Tiruchirappalli International Airport • 130.00 km

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Bus Stand

Kumbakonam Bus Stand • 15.00 km

🔔 Darshan Timings & Rules

Dress Code: Traditional and modest attire is recommended.

Photography: No

Prasad: Available

Prasad Details: Prasad is offered after pooja; availability may vary by day.