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Kumbakonam Temple Timings

Most temples in Kumbakonam follow a standard schedule with morning and evening darshan sessions. Plan your visit using the timings below.

General Temple Timings

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Morning Darshan

6:00 AM

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12:00 PM

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Afternoon Break

12:00 PM

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4:00 PM

Temple Closed

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Evening Darshan

4:00 PM

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8:30 PM

โš ๏ธ Timings may vary during festivals, eclipses, and special occasions. Some temples extend evening hours to 9:30 PM during festival seasons.

Special Pooja Schedule

6:00 AM

Thiruvanandal (Opening Ceremony)

Temple doors open with sacred chants

6:30 AM

Kaala Sandhi Pooja

First worship of the day

8:00 AM

Uchikkala Pooja

Mid-morning worship

10:00 AM

Uchchi Pooja (Noon Worship)

Major pooja with special offerings

12:00 PM

Sayaraksha Pooja

Pre-closure worship

4:00 PM

Sayaraksha (Evening Opening)

Temple reopens for evening session

6:00 PM

Deeparadhanai (Lamp Ceremony)

Beautiful lamp worship โ€” best time to visit

8:00 PM

Arthajama Pooja

Final worship of the day

Major Temple Timings

TempleMorningBreakEveningDetails
Sri Adi Kumbeswarar TempleKumbakonam6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’
Sri Sarangapani Swamy TempleKumbakonam.6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’
Sri Nageswaran TempleKumbakonam6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’
Sri Kasi Viswanathar TempleKumbakonam6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’
Ramaswamy Templekumbakonam6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’
Sri suriyanar templeSuryanar Temple6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’
Agneeswarar Shukran TempleKanchanur (Balasawanam, Parasapuram, Pramapuri, Aginipuram, Kamsapuram, Muthripuri)6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’
Thirunageswaram Naganatha Swamy TempleThirunageswaram (Thirunakechuram)6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’
Abathsahyeswarar TempleAlangudi (Irumpoolai, Thiruvirumpoolai)6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’
Sri Kailasanathar Temple [Chandran Temple]Thingalur6:00 AM to 12:00 PM12:00 PM to 4:00 PM4:00 PM to 8:30 PMView โ†’

View All 75 Temples โ†’

Visitor Tips

๐Ÿ• Best Time for Darshan: Arrive 15-30 minutes before the temple opens at 6 AM for the least crowded experience. The Deeparadhanai (6 PM lamp ceremony) is the most spiritual time.

๐Ÿ‘— Dress Code: Wear traditional modest clothing. Remove footwear before entering. Leather items are not allowed inside most temples.

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FAQ โ€” Temple Timings

What time do Kumbakonam temples open?+
Most Kumbakonam temples open at 6:00 AM for morning darshan. Some major temples like Adi Kumbeswarar may open slightly earlier at 5:30 AM during festival seasons.
Are temples open on all days?+
Yes, Kumbakonam temples are open all 7 days of the week. However, some special poojas occur only on specific days (e.g., Pradosham, Amavasai, Pournami).
What is the best time to visit Kumbakonam temples?+
Early morning (6-8 AM) for fewer crowds, or evening (5-7 PM) for the atmospheric Deeparadhanai lamp ceremony. October to March offers the best weather.
Do temple timings change during festivals?+
Yes, major festivals often extend temple hours. During Mahamaham, temples may remain open until 10 PM. Festival-specific timings are announced locally.