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Our Lady of Angel’s Church

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Karaikal

Our Lady of Angel’s Church, Karaikal, Puducherry , Tamil Nadu.
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Detail InformationEdit

Lady of Angel’s Church was constructed in 1739 by the French rulers and was reconstructed in 1863. The church has a marble altar, stained glass windows and a 133 feet tall tower, which houses three huge clocks and five large bells. Representing the architectural beauty of French culture, the ringing of the bells can be heard within a radius of 5 km. The church celebrates an annual festival named the Thetheravu Madha festival on 15th August when the statue of the Virgin Mary is taken out on procession. Serving as one of the prime sites of worship for Catholics in the town, the church organises the flag hoisting ceremony on 6th August every year.

Our Lady of Angel’s Church, Karaikal

Our Lady of Angel’s Church, Karaikal

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

August

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimun 30 Minute.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

Gallery


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Saneeswara Temple
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Akalankannu

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Akalankannu

Akalankannu village is about 9.4 km away from the Karaikal town Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Akalankannu village is a prime attraction for tourists visiting Karaikal. Considered as one of the biggest villages in Karaikal District, the place is famous for its water works and numerous ancient temples. The village is famous for the Vidyanatha Swami Temple. The water works of Akalankannu serve as the fountainhead and provide water to the entire Karaikal town. The Akalankannu village also holds archaeological importance since several idols and images were unearthed here from numerous sites.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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Saneeswara Temple
Karaikal Sandy Beach
Emerald Linga

Sri Nithya Kalyana Perumal Temple

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Karaikal

Sri Nithya Kalyana Perumal Temple is situated close to the Karaikal Ammaiyar Temple. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Sri Nithya Kalyana Perumal Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is renowned for housing an idol carved out by using single stone. Depicting the lying posture or Ananthasayanam, the idol is similar to the one enshrined at Sri Rangam, also known as Sri Ranganathar Swami Temple, at Trichy. Besides housing the idol of Lord Vishnu, the temple premises also have shrines of Alamelu Thaayar and Aandal. Tourists and pilgrims throng the temple in large numbers during the celebrations of Rama Navami, Vaikunta Ekadasi, Hanuman Jayanti and the entire month of Margazhi.

Sri Nithya Kalyana Perumal Temple, Karaikal

Sri Nithya Kalyana Perumal Temple, Karaikal

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.00 AM – 8.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimun 30 Minute.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

Gallery


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Saneeswara Temple
Karaikal Sandy Beach
Emerald Linga

Mela Kasakudy

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Mela Kasakudy

Mela Kasakudy is located 7 kilometres away from Karaikal town. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Mela Kasakudy is famous for the Varadaraja Perumal temple which was constructed in the 12th century. Protected by the State Authorities as an ancient monument, the stone carvings and in the exterior and interior of the temple is a definite attraction. It is also recommended visiting the Sri Naganatha Swami Temple while you are in the village. Mela Kasakudy is mainly a tourist attraction during the celebrations of Thiruvathirai, Vaikunda Ekadasi, Masi Mangam festivals and Chithirai Pournima. This place has been an attraction to pilgrims and tourists alike due to its religious and architectural significance.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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Saneeswara Temple
Karaikal Sandy Beach
Emerald Linga

Keezha Kasakudy

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Keezha Kasakudy

Keezha Kasakudy is located 4 kilometres away from the Karaikal town. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Keezha Kasakudy is on the northern part of Karaikal district and is well renowned for the archaeological significances the place hold. M.J. Delafon discovered the famous Kasakudy copper plates in the village around 1879. The Nandivarman – II which is located at the centre of the village showcase the rich cultural and traditional values of the natives who lived here during the Pallava rule. The ancient temple of Lord Shiva is another major attraction of the place. Keezha Kasakudy is a must visit for people who are interested in history and culture.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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Saneeswara Temple
Karaikal Sandy Beach
Emerald Linga

Sri Kailasanathar Temple

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Karaikal

Sri Kailasanathar Temple, located opposite to the Karaikal Ammaiyar Temple, Karaikal, Puducherry. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Sri Kailasanathar Temple is believed to be 200 years old but was reconstructed during the Pallava reign. The temple was constructed in parts during the French period. One of the oldest existing temples in Karaikal, it is dedicated to Lord Kailasanathar and Goddess Soundrambal. The temple is adorned with four elaborated doorways out of which the entrance to the shrine of Subramaniar faces west.

Sri Kailasanathar Temple, Karaikal

Sri Kailasanathar Temple, Karaikal

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.00 AM – 8.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimun 30 Minute.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

Gallery


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Saneeswara Temple
Karaikal Sandy Beach
Emerald Linga

Annai Velankanni Church

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Settur

Annai Velankanni Church is situated in the south of Karaikal. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Annai Velankanni Church is the coastal line of the Bay of Bengal. The church is dedicated to the Lady of Health, also known as the Madonna of Velankanni, who is renowned for possessing miraculous powers. Constructed in the memory of Virgin Mary and the Heavenly Mother, the church is popular as a Sacred Arogya Math Church among natives. It is believed that the site was once visited by the Heavenly Mother with Jesus in the 16th or early 17th century. Besides, it is also said that the Mother appeared in the dreams of Father Arulappa and expressed her desire of having a church in her name. For constructing the same, Arapulla along with JP Dsouza, an engineer, finally established an Annai Velankanni Church at the site

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

7.00 AM – 9.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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Saneeswara Temple
Karaikal Sandy Beach
Emerald Linga

Navagraha Temples

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Settur

Navagraha Temples, Karaikal, Puducherry. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

The Navagraha Temples, dedicated to nine grahas in Hindu mythology, form a group of nine different temples that are located in and around Karaikal. Featuring the architectural styles of the Chola Empire, the grahas enshrined in the temples are believed to have association with the nine celestial bodies. The Suryanaar Temple is the only one dedicated to Graham or the celestial body while the other eight are ancient temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. The six temples of the group are known as Thevaram hymns and are believed to be constructed between the 5th to the 10th centuries.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

7.30 AM – 8.30 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimun 30 Minute.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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Saneeswara Temple
Karaikal Sandy Beach
Emerald Linga

Sri Kodeeswaramudayar Temple, Kottucherry

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Kottucheri

Sri Kodeeswaramudayar Temple is at Kottucheri, located on the northern side of Karaikal, in the Karaikal District of Puducherry, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Sri Kodeeswaramudayar Temple is famous for an ancient temple premises for house a statue, a broken ‘kuthuvilakku’ and some other vessels that were discovered from Perumal Koil Maidan in March 1972 and are presently used for worshipping.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

Gallery

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Saneeswara Temple
Karaikal Sandy Beach
Emerald Linga

Sri Tantonreeswara Temple, Nedungadu

India/Puducherry /Karaikal /Nedungadu

Sri Tantonreeswara Temple is located at Nedungadu, formerly Nedoungadou, in the Karaikal District of Puducherry, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Sri Tantonreeswara Temple is famous for housing an ancient shrine that is believed to be constructed during the Chola period. Several architectural excavations were conducted at the site in 1948, which resulted in discovery of bronze images of various Gods and Goddesses. The wide collection found at the site includes idols of Manickavasagar, Pillaiyar, Thirugnanasambandar, Skandan, Uma and Jnanasakti, dancing posture of Lord Shiva or Anandatandavam and Sivakamasundari. Besides, a conch, a copper tripod, a pair of sandals and a plate were also found during excavations. Sri Tantonreeswara Temple is named after the local deity Nedunthuyartheertha, the consort of Tantondrinathar or Swayambhu Iswara. The temple was declared as a protected monument in 1971 under Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1956.

Nedungadu, Karaikal

Nedungadu, Karaikal

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Seagulls Restaurant ;  Karaikal, Puducherry 609602 India ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Karaikal is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Karaikal by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : There are numbers of public transport services available in the region which connect major places with Karaikal. Travelers can opt for private and public buses with registration of Pondicherry union territory and Tamilnadu state which operate their services in this region. Government owned bus services and Pondicherry Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) also operate long distance bus services which further connect Karaikal and Pondicherry.

Train : The nearest Railway Station to reach Karaikal is located in Nagore which is just 15 km from from Karaikal. You can take a taxi or bus to reach Karaikal as these options are available outside the railway station.

Air : Nearest Domestic Airport is located in Trichy (Trichirapalli), 150 Kms. away from here. There are numbers of airlines which offer direct services from major cities like Chennai, New Delhi and many others to Trichy.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Camera, Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100.
  • Fire Brigade : 101.
  • Ambulance : 102.

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Saneeswara Temple
Karaikal Sandy Beach
Emerald Linga