Keezhperumpallam Naga Temple

This temple stands as a significant destination for devotees of Lord Shiva, who is the primary deity here, along with other deities such as Ketu and Sowndara Nayagi (Parvathi).

Built during the Chola period, with the current structure attributed to the Nayak kings of the 16th century, the temple showcases classic Dravidian architecture and is recognized as a living heritage temple.

Pilgrims visiting the Keezhperumpallam Naga Temple can participate in a range of poojas and rituals, including Ushathkalam at 5:30 a. m. , Kalasanthi at 8:00 a. m. , Uchikalam at 10:00 a. m. , and the special Abhishekam to Ketu at 8:30 a. m.

Evening rituals like Sayarakshai at 6:00 p. m. , Irandamkalam at 7:00 p. m. , and Ardha Jamam at 10:00 p. m. are also observed. Devotees can also take part in Ketu Dosha Nivarana Puja and Yamagandam Puja, with rituals conducted in Tamil and Sanskrit.

The temple is open daily from 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM and from 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The best time to visit is during the early morning hours (5–8 AM), morning (8 AM–12 PM), or during the evening aarti.

The winter months from November to February and the festival season are particularly favored for darshan.

Major festivals celebrated here include Mahasivarathri (February-March), Panguni Uthiram & Vasuki Utsavam (March-April), Margazhi Thiruvadirai (December-January), Pradosham (bi-monthly), and the Ketu Transit Festival (every 2. 5 years).

Both free and special darshan entry options are available for visitors.

The temple maintains a traditional dress code: men are required to wear dhotis/veshti with a shirt or trousers (shorts and casual wear are not allowed), and women should wear sarees, churidars, or long skirts with a blouse (tight-fitting clothes or short skirts are not permitted).

Reaching Keezhperumpallam Naga Temple is convenient via various routes. From Mayiladuthurai, travel about 24 km on the Mayiladuthurai–Poompuhar road. From Poompuhar, the temple is 5–7 km inland. Trains from Chennai arrive at Mayiladuthurai or Sirkazhi, from where taxis or local buses are available.

The nearest railway stations are Mayiladuthurai Junction (24 km) and Sirkazhi (15 km), while Tiruchirappalli International Airport (150 km) and Chennai International Airport (270 km) are the closest airports.

Parking is provided about 500 meters from the entrance, and the temple is wheelchair accessible. Photography is not permitted inside the main sanctum, though exterior photos are generally allowed. Prasadam includes sacred ash (Vibuthi), kumkum, and items used during Abhishekam.

Accommodation options are best in Mayiladuthurai, with budget and deluxe hotels, basic homestays in Poompuhar/Thiruvengadu, and hotels in Kumbakonam (about 50 km away).

Nearby attractions include Thiruvengadu Svetaranyeswarar Temple, Poompuhar Beach, Vaitheeswaran Koil, Sirkazhi Sattainathar Temple, and Thirukkadaiyur Amirthakadeswarar Temple. For more information, visit the official website or contact the temple office.