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Sri Kokilambigai Udanurai Sri Thirukameswarar Temple

Villianur
Grand 12th-century Chola Shiva temple famous for its majestic 100-foot Rajagopuram and annual Ther Thiruvizha chariot festival
2,278 reviews
Open until 9:00 PM
Sun6:00 AM - 12:00 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mon6:00 AM - 12:00 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tue6:00 AM - 12:00 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed6:00 AM - 12:00 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thu6:00 AM - 12:00 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fri6:00 AM - 12:00 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sat6:00 AM - 12:00 PM4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Located in Villianur (approx. 10 km west of central Puducherry), Sri Kokilambigai Udanurai Sri Thirukameswarar Temple is a historic 12th-century Chola temple and one of the largest temple complexes in the region. Dedicated to Lord Shiva (Thirukameswarar) and Goddess Parvati (Kokilambigai), the temple is famous for its grand 7-tiered Rajagopuram, fine relief stone sculptures, and a massive sacred temple tank (Theppakulam). The temple hosts the iconic 15-day Villianur Car Festival (Ther Thiruvizha) during May/June, where a 15-meter wooden chariot is pulled by thousands of devotees, historically attended by the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry.

The Sri Kokilambigai Udanurai Sri Thirukameswarar Temple, commonly known as the Gokilambal Thirukameswarar Temple, is a revered Hindu temple situated in Villianur, approximately 11 kilometers from Pondicherry, India. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Thirukameswarar and his consort Parvati as Gokilambal, the temple is renowned for its rich history and architectural grandeur.

Historical Significance: The temple is believed to have been constructed during the 12th century, with later additions from the Medieval Cholas and the Vijayanagar Empire. Inscriptions from Raja Narayana Sambuvarayar (1339–63) indicate that he donated around 850 acres to the temple, irrigated by the Ossudu Lake.

Architectural Design: The temple complex spans two acres and is enclosed by concentric rectangular granite walls. The central shrine houses the lingam of Thirukameswarar, and the shrine of Gokilambal is located around the first precinct. The temple also features shrines dedicated to Vinayaka, Murugan, Navagraha, Chandikeswara, and Durga.

Timings: The temple is open daily from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The daily rituals are performed at 8:00 AM (Kalasanthi), 12:00 PM (Uchikalam), and 6:00 PM (Sayarakshai).

Well known for 100-foot 7-tiered Rajagopuram, Annual Villianur Car Festival (Ther Thiruvizha), Expansive sacred temple tank (Theppakulam), Chola dynasty stone carvin
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WQ74+Q8V, E Car St, Villianur, Puducherry 605110

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