Poovarasankuppam Temple

Poovarasankuppam Temple History, Timings, Route Info

Poovarasankuppam Temple History

As per the Legend, Lord Narasimha an incarnation of Lord Vishnu Killed the Demon King Hiranyakasyapa. Lord Narasimha’s anger didn’t subside even after killing the demon and started roaming in the forest and hills. Sapta Rishi did penance for the Lord on the banks of river South Penna in South India. It is the place where Lord appeared before them. This temple is of 1200 years old.

Temple Timings

Morning Hours: 6:00 am – 12:30 pm

Evening Hours: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

During Marghazi Month
Morning Hours: 4.30 A.M to 12.30 P.M
Evening Hours: 4.00 P.M to 8.00 P.M

How to reach Temple?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Puducherry which is 42 km away.
2. Chennai airport is 145 km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Villupuram

By Road

1. Temple is Villupuram is at 15 km from bus station,
2. Temple is 32 km from Puducherry bus station.
3. 15 Km from Cuddalore station.

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