The principal shrine of the Navagraha (nine celestial bodies) circuit near Kumbakonam, with the main sanctum dedicated to Surya surrounded by subsidiary shrines to the other eight grahas, developed mainly under Chola patronage.
Devotees performing the Navagraha pilgrimage traditionally begin here, seeking to pacify unfavourable planetary influences (graha dosha) in their horoscope.
Nearest airport: Tiruchirappalli (~90 km). Nearest railway station: Kumbakonam, then short drive.
Hotels in nearby Kumbakonam town.
Contact Tamil Nadu HR&CE Department.
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