Thiruvarur Thyagaraja Temple — Timings 2026

Complete schedule of darshan, aarti, sevas, festivals and prasadam details.

🕒 Opens 5:30 AM 🕘 Closes 9:00 PM 📍 Tamil Nadu Open Now

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

Thiruvarur Thyagaraja Temple

Accommodation near Thiruvarur Thyagaraja Temple

Comfortable stays close to the temple — starting from ₹950

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days
Session Timings Status Notes
🛕 Temple Opening
5:30 AM
Open
General days
🙏 Morning Darshan
5:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Open
Best before 9 AM
⏸ Afternoon Break
Between sessions
Closed
Rituals & cleaning
🙏 Evening Darshan
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Open
🔒 Temple Closing
9:00 PM
Closed
â„šī¸ Thiruvarur. Largest temple chariot in Tamil Nadu. Lord Thyagaraja. HR&CE manages.
📅 Extended during Thyagaraja Aradhana and chariot festival.
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Aarti Timings

Daily pooja & aarti schedule
Thiruvanandal
Dawn worship.
Time : 5:30 AM
Price : Free
Kalasanthi
Morning pooja.
Time : 8:00 AM
Price : Free
Uchikala Pooja
Midday.
Time : 12:00 PM
Price : Free
Sayaraksha
Evening.
Time : 6:00 PM
Price : Free
Ardhajama
Night ritual.
Time : 8:30 PM
Price : Free
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Darshan Tickets

All darshan types and pricing
Darshan Type Price Wait Time Booking
🆓 General Darshan
Free.
Free
10–30 min
Walk-in
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Pujas & Sevas

Special rituals & seva offerings
Abhishekam
🕐 Morning
₹300 – ₹2,000
Sacred bath.
Archana
🕐 All day
₹51 – ₹201
Personal prayer.
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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations
January
Thyagaraja Aradhana
Five-day music festival. Carnatic musicians gather from across India.
đŸ‘Ĩ Very High crowd 📅 5 days
Annual
Chariot Festival (Ther Thiruvizha)
World's largest temple chariot — 90-feet high, pulled by thousands.
đŸ‘Ĩ Very High crowd 📅 10 days
📅 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 sweets.
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How to Reach

Nearest transport options

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Nearest Airport:

Tiruchirappalli Airport (120 km)

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Nearest Railway:

Thiruvarur Railway Station (3 km)

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Nearest Bus Stop:

Thiruvarur Bus Stand (2 km)

Frequently Asked Questions