Shiva
Thirunageswaram Naganathaswamy Temple
Thirunageswaram, Tamil Nadu · Naganathaswamy (Shiva), Rahu
About Thirunageswaram Naganathaswamy Temple
Thirunageswaram is the Navagraha shrine for Rahu (North Node). Famous for the milk abhishekam turning blue/golden during Rahu Kalam — an inexplicable phenomenon. The presiding deity is Naganathaswamy (Shiva).
Darshan Information
🙏 Main Deity
Naganathaswamy (Shiva), Rahu
🙏 Secondary Deity
Rahu (North Node)
🏛️ Spiritual Category
Shiva
🕐 Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
⏱ Typical Duration
30–45 minutes
🪔 Special Puja
Rahu Kala on Saturdays; Amavasya
🔔 Important Rituals
Rahu puja, milk abhishekam to Rahu, Rahu Kalam special puja
👔 Dress Code
Traditional Indian attire
📅 Best Visit Time
October – March; Saturday Rahu Kala
🎫 Entry Fee
Free
Getting There
Nearest Railway Station
Kumbakonam (6 km)
Nearest Airport
Tiruchirappalli Airport (90 km)
Distance from City
6 km from Kumbakonam
Parking
Yes
Food & Stay
Ideal Base City
Kumbakonam
Food Options
Small stalls; full meals in Kumbakonam
Visitor Tips
The milk abhishekam during Rahu Kalam (Saturday) is unmissable. Arrive on time as Rahu Kalam lasts only 90 minutes.
🎉 Festivals & Events
Amavasya is especially auspicious for Rahu worship.
👴 Senior Citizen Notes
Flat and compact. Comfortable for all ages.
⚠️ Important Notes
Milk abhishekam timing: 4:30–5:00 AM and again around Rahu Kalam. Check local timing.
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Quick Info
Darshan Timings
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Typical Duration
30–45 minutes
Entry Fee
Free
State
Tamil Nadu
Location
Thirunageswaram
Ideal Base City
Kumbakonam
Senior Friendly
Yes
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