Part of the Navagraha circuit, dedicated to Chandra within a temple otherwise centered on Shiva as Kailasanathar, reflecting the traditional practice of housing graha shrines within existing Shiva temples.
Devotees facing challenges linked to the mind or emotions traditionally worship Chandra here for relief.
Nearest airport: Tiruchirappalli (~85 km). Nearest railway station: Kumbakonam, then short drive.
Hotels in nearby Kumbakonam town.
Contact Tamil Nadu HR&CE Department.
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