Dharbāraṇyeśvara Temple, Thirunallar

Śiva with Śani · Thirunallar, Karaikal · Puducherry

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India's foremost Śani kṣetra

⭐ Why it is famous

The only shrine where Śani is shown having lost his power; lakhs come on Śani Peyarchi, the planet's transit day.

A Chola foundation praised in the Tevaram; Nala is said to have been freed of Śani's affliction here after bathing in the Nala Tīrtham.

Nearest railway station

Karaikal (KIK) — 6 km

Nearest bus stand

Thirunallar bus stand — state transport buses stop here.

Nearest airport

Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) — 145 km

By road

5 km from Karaikal town.

This temple does not publish a rate list. Darśan is free; ārcanā, abhiṣeka and other sevās are booked at the counter inside the temple on the day.

Places to see besides the temple — tap any one to open it in Google Maps.

Budget	Standard	Comfort
₹1,500	₹3,000	₹7,000

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