Suriyanar Kovil
Siva Suriya Peruman · Suriyanar Kovil
Navagraha Temples: Sun
Significance
One of the rare temples built just for the Sun. Here the Sun is the main deity and appears with his two wives.
It was built in the Chola period. The other eight planets also have their own shrines here.
Special features
- You can worship all nine planets in one place
- The custom of first visiting the nearby Thirumangalakudi temple
Darshan times, fees and festival dates can change. Before you go, check with the temple office or the temple's official website. The temple stories are given as devotees believe them, and they can differ from one temple to another.