What are the opening and closing times for Sooriyanar Temple (Surya) in Sooriyanar Kovil, 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.

What are the darshan timings at Sooriyanar Temple (Surya) in Sooriyanar Kovil, 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.

When does the first puja or darshan start at Sooriyanar Temple (Surya)?

Kalasanthi is listed at 8:00 AM on this page’s schedule. Timings can shift without notice; see the note at the top of this page.

Can I visit Sooriyanar Temple (Surya) 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 attire preferred. Red or saffron colored clothing auspicious for Sun worship.

Is prasada available at the temple?

Yes, prasada is available at the temple. Available items include: Vibhuti, Prasad

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.

Is the temple accessible for people with disabilities?

Ground level temple with easy accessibility. Parking available for devotees.

What rituals are performed daily?

Sunrise worship rituals, Surya abhishekam ceremonies, health blessing prayers, Aditya Hridayam recitations

Last updated: 23 May 2026 · Editorial summary; verify with the temple before you travel.

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Sooriyanar Temple (Surya) Timings 2026

Sooriyanar Temple (Surya) in Sooriyanar Kovil, 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.

Darshan, aarti, tickets & seva schedules. Full temple profile for history, travel & more.

🕒 Opens 6:00 AM 🕘 Closes 8:00 PM 📍 Tamil Nadu Closed

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

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Accommodation near Sooriyanar Temple (Surya)

Comfortable stays close to the temple — starting from ₹950

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Divine Snapshot

Quick temple overview

Primary Deity:

Surya Deva

Temple Category:

Navagraha Temple

Location:

Sooriyanar Kovil, Tamil Nadu

Full Address:

Sooriyanar Temple, Sooriyanar Kovil, Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu 612101, India

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✈️ How to reach (airport, rail, bus, travel tips) lives on the main temple page so directions are not duplicated here.

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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 Navagraha temple dedicated to Lord Surya (Sun). Located at Suryanar Koil, Kumbakonam. HR&CE manages. Sunday is most auspicious.
📅 Sunday is most important day for worship.

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Aarti Timings

Daily pooja & aarti schedule

Ritual / aarti	Time	Fee	Notes
Kalasanthi	8:00 AM	Free	Morning pooja.
Uchikala Pooja	12:00 PM	Free	Midday pooja.
Sayaraksha Pooja	6:00 PM	Free	Evening pooja.
Ardhajama Pooja	7:30 PM	Free	Night ritual.

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Darshan Tickets

All darshan types and pricing

Darshan Type	Price	Wait Time	Booking
🆓 General Darshan Free for all devotees.	Free	10–30 min	Walk-in

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Pujas & Sevas

Special rituals & seva offerings

Ratha Saptami

🕐 Sunday

₹100 – ₹1,000

Special planetary remedy puja for Lord Surya (Sun) worship.

Navagraha Archana

🕐 All day

₹51 – ₹501

Archana for specific Navagraha deity.

Abhishekam

🕐 Morning

₹200 – ₹1,000

Sacred bath of planetary deity idol.

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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations

January / February

Ratha Saptami

Key festival at this Navagraha temple.

👥 High crowd 📅 1 day

Year-round

Navagraha Circuit Pilgrimage

Devotees complete all 9 Navagraha temples in a single circuit for planetary blessings.

👥 Moderate crowd 📅 1 day

📅 Festival dates change yearly per the Hindu calendar. Verify exact dates before planning your visit.

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Temple Prasadam

Sacred offerings & blessed food

Vibhuti

Free

Sacred ash.

Prasad

₹20 – ₹50

Temple blessed sweets.

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