Thiruvenkadu Swetharanyeswarar Temple

Budhan/Mercury
Thiruvenkadu, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu

History & Legend

Part of the Navagraha circuit representing Mercury, this Chola-era temple is also renowned for a celebrated bronze Nataraja considered one of the finest examples of Chola bronze casting.

Divine Significance

Devotees seeking clarity of intellect and communication traditionally worship Budhan here.

How To Reach

Nearest airport: Tiruchirappalli or Puducherry. Nearest railway station: Sirkazhi, then short drive.

Where To Stay

Hotels in nearby Sirkazhi or Mayiladuthurai town.

Contact & Official Info

Contact Tamil Nadu HR&CE Department.

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