What are the opening and closing times for Karkadeswarar Temple (Ayilyam Star) in Thirunandudevankudi, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu?

Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 8:00 PM. Timings can change on festival days; confirm with the temple office before you travel.

When does the first puja or darshan start at Karkadeswarar Temple (Ayilyam Star)?

The first public darshan window on this page is the morning session (6:00 AM – 12:00 PM). Timings can shift without notice; see the note at the top of this page.

Can I visit Karkadeswarar Temple (Ayilyam Star) on a Sunday afternoon?

Sundays follow the same published hours as other days unless the temple posts a special notification. Afternoon often falls between morning and evening darshan; this page lists evening darshan as 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Sundays are usually busier than weekdays—arrive earlier and allow extra time for queues and security.

Is there a dress code for visiting the temple?

Traditional modest attire; remove footwear before entering.

Is parking available at the temple?

Yes, parking facilities are available at the temple premises. However, during festival seasons and special occasions, parking may be limited, so it's advisable to arrive early or use public transportation.

Verify festival-day changes with the temple before you travel.

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Karkadeswarar Temple (Ayilyam Star) Timings Today

Q: What are the darshan timings at Karkadeswarar Temple (Ayilyam Star) in Thirunandudevankudi, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu?

Published darshan windows on this page: morning: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, evening: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Queues and session lengths vary by day and season.

Karkadeswarar Temple (Ayilyam Star) in Thirunandudevankudi, Tamil Nadu, Tamil Nadu. Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 8:00 PM on usual days. Darshan windows: morning: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, evening: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Schedules may change on festival days.

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⚠️Timings may change due to festivals, special rituals, or temple administration decisions. Please verify with temple authorities before your visit.

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Primary Deity:

Lord Karkadeswarar (Shiva)

Temple Category:

Star Temple

Location:

Thirunandudevankudi, Tamil Nadu

Full Address:

Karkadeswarar Temple, Thirunandudevankudi, near Kumbakonam, Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu, India

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days

Session	Start time	End time	Typical status	Notes
🛕 Temple opening	6:00 AM	—	Open	General days
🙏 Morning darshan	6:00 AM	12:00 PM	Open	Often busiest before mid-morning
⏸ Midday / afternoon	—	—	Closed	Between morning & evening darshan (rituals & cleaning)
🙏 Evening darshan	4:00 PM	8:00 PM	Open
🔒 Temple closing	—	8:00 PM	Closed

ℹ️ Typical village temple hours; confirm locally. Special worship on Ayilyam star day.
📅 Special darshan on Ayilyam nakshatra days.

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