Navagraha Temples Timings, Visiting Order & Driving Routes
The Cauvery delta region of Tamil Nadu is home to the world-renowned 9 Navagraha Temples, where the planetary deities are venerated as separate shrines within ancient Shiva temple complexes.
Mayiladuthurai serves as the geographic heart of this divine circuit. Below is the essential guide to opening hours, auspicious visiting order, and cab travel timings.
The 9 Shrines & Darshan Hours
| Temple | Planetary Deity | Location | Darshan Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sooriyanar Kovil | Sun (Suriyan) | Aduthurai | 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM & 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Thingalur | Moon (Chandran) | Thiruvaiyaru | 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Vaitheeswaran Koil | Mars (Angarakan) | Sirkazhi road | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thiruvenkadu | Mercury (Budhan) | Poompuhar road | 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Alangudi | Jupiter (Guru) | Valangaiman | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Kanjanur | Venus (Sukran) | Kuthalam road | 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Thirunallar | Saturn (Saneeswaran) | Karaikal | 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thirunageswaram | Rahu | Kumbakonam | 6:00 AM – 12:45 PM & 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Keezhperumpallam | Ketu | Poompuhar | 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
Recommended Visiting Order from Mayiladuthurai
Morning Session (6:00 AM – 12:30 PM):
- Thingalur (Moon): Early morning departure westward.
- Alangudi (Jupiter): Next stop near Kumbakonam.
- Thirunageswaram (Rahu): Visit before noon pooja.
- Sooriyanar Kovil (Sun): Complete morning darshan at the Sun temple before 12:30 PM closing.
Afternoon Break (1:00 PM – 3:30 PM): Lunch and rest in Mayiladuthurai or Kumbakonam.
Evening Session (4:00 PM – 9:00 PM):
- Kanjanur (Venus): Reopens at 4:00 PM.
- Vaitheeswaran Koil (Mars): Short drive north on NH32.
- Thiruvenkadu (Mercury): Drive east towards Poompuhar.
- Keezhperumpallam (Ketu): 10 minutes from Thiruvenkadu.
- Thirunallar (Saturn): Evening conclusion at Karaikal with deepa darshan.
Cab Booking & Practical Tips
- Clothing: Traditional dress code strictly enforced (Dhoti/Kurta for men, Saree/Churidar with dupatta for women).
- Advance Booking: During weekends and Pradosham / Saturn transit days, advance cab booking is strongly recommended.
- Instant Booking: Call Mayilai Abi Cabs at 73588 22449 or WhatsApp for a customized route itinerary.