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Morning6:00 AM–1:00 PM
Evening4:00 PM–8:30/9:00 PM

The source records small variations in opening and closing times. Confirm locally before travel.

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Mangala / Angaraka (Mars) Sthalam

Vaitheeswaran Koil

Vaitheeswaran Koil, Mayiladuthurai District, Tamil Nadu, India

A major Shiva temple whose presiding deity is Vaidyanathaswamy, with a separate Angaraka shrine forming its Mangala association.

Physical Temple
Arulmigu Vaidhyanathaswamy Temple, Vaitheeswaran Koil
The source-backed physical identity used throughout this page.
Primary Presiding Deity
Vaidyanathaswamy (Shiva), with Thaiyalnayaki
Kept distinct from the planetary association.
Graha Association
Mangala / Angaraka (Mars)
Tamil Navagraha pilgrimage context.
Best Planning Approach
Earlier non-festival hours
No queue or access condition is guaranteed.

Source timing note: 6:00 AM–1:00 PM and 4:00 PM–8:30/9:00 PM. The source records small variations in opening and closing times. Confirm locally before travel.

Source: DM-NG-003-A_TN.docx. Time-sensitive details require local confirmation.

Physical identity preserved
Primary deity identified
Mangala / Angaraka (Mars)
Practical visit guide
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Overview

Physical temple and planetary context

A major Shiva temple whose presiding deity is Vaidyanathaswamy, with a separate Angaraka shrine forming its Mangala association.

Vaitheeswaran Koil retains its Shiva temple identity. Vaidyanathaswamy is the primary deity, Thaiyalnayaki is the goddess, and Angaraka is worshipped in a separate shrine in the third precinct.

  • Physical TempleArulmigu Vaidhyanathaswamy Temple, Vaitheeswaran Koil
  • Primary DeityVaidyanathaswamy (Shiva), with Thaiyalnayaki
  • GrahaMangala / Angaraka (Mars)
  • SourceDM-NG-003-A_TN.docx

Quick Visit Decision

What to know before setting out

Choose a quieter window

Earlier non-festival hours may be easier to plan, but crowd levels and queues are not guaranteed.

Confirm the schedule

The source records small variations in opening and closing times. Confirm locally before travel.

Respect the physical identity

Vaidyanathaswamy (Shiva), with Thaiyalnayaki is the primary presiding identity; Mangala / Angaraka (Mars) is shown separately.

Temple Identity, History and Architecture

Source-backed distinctions

Temple identity

Vaitheeswaran Koil retains its Shiva temple identity. Vaidyanathaswamy is the primary deity, Thaiyalnayaki is the goddess, and Angaraka is worshipped in a separate shrine in the third precinct.

Architecture

A large Dravidian complex with a five-tier Rajagopuram, three prakarams and multiple aligned gopurams. The source notes the west-facing Vaidyanathaswamy sanctum.

Historical context

The source records Chola inscriptions and later patronage, including inscriptions associated with Kulothunga I and Vikrama Chola.

Suggested Visit Sequence

A practical source-led sequence; follow current temple directions

1

Enter by the directed gateway

Follow current temple signs and keep procession routes clear.

2

Take Vaidyanathaswamy darshan

Approach the presiding Shiva sanctum in the queue directed by temple staff.

3

Visit Thaiyalnayaki

Continue to the goddess shrine respectfully and follow current offering rules.

4

Visit the Angaraka shrine

Proceed to the separate Mangala-associated shrine in the prescribed circuit.

This is a suggested visitor sequence, not a compulsory ritual order or a promised remedy.

How to Reach

Source-recorded transport guidance

By Rail

Vaitheeswaran Koil station, approximately 1 km.

By Air

Tiruchirappalli International Airport, approximately 150 km.

By Road

Road access via State Highway 64 and nearby Sirkazhi.

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Timings and Visit Planning

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Morning

6:00 AM–1:00 PM

Evening

4:00 PM–8:30/9:00 PM

Confirmation note

The source records small variations in opening and closing times. Confirm locally before travel.

Public Mantra

Roman transliteration for the English page

Mangala / Angaraka (Mars)

Om Angarakaya Namah.

A public salutation to Angaraka, the Mangala association of this temple.

No repetition count or devotional result is guaranteed. Specialised ritual procedures are not published here.

Worship & Knowledge

Continue to the public Navagraha hub

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Festivals and Observances

Dates and arrangements can change

Tuesday Angaraka worship

Source-recorded observance. Confirm the current date, access and programme with the temple.

Thai Brahmotsavam

Source-recorded observance. Confirm the current date, access and programme with the temple.

Panguni Brahmotsavam

Source-recorded observance. Confirm the current date, access and programme with the temple.

The source also records Maha Shivaratri. Confirm current dates and programmes locally.

Visitor Information and Safety

Before you enter

  • DressWear modest clothing appropriate for an active place of worship.
  • FootwearFollow current temple instructions for removal and storage.
  • PhotographyAsk before photographing any shrine or worship area.
  • OfferingsUse only current authorised counters and directed offering points.
  • ClaimsDo not rely on guaranteed access, cures, dosha removal or promised devotional outcomes.
  • ChangesReconfirm hours, transport, rituals and festival arrangements before travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Arulmigu Vaidhyanathaswamy Temple, Vaitheeswaran Koil is the physical temple presented on this page. Its primary presiding identity is Vaidyanathaswamy (Shiva), with Thaiyalnayaki; its separate graha association is Mangala / Angaraka (Mars).

Mangala / Angaraka (Mars) is the Navagraha association recorded in the approved source document.

The source records morning hours of 6:00 AM–1:00 PM and evening hours of 4:00 PM–8:30/9:00 PM. The source records small variations in opening and closing times. Confirm locally before travel.

No. The Roman mantra is presented as a simple public devotional salutation. No result, cure, access benefit or dosha removal is guaranteed.

Yes. Opening hours, rituals, transport, access rules and festival arrangements can change. Confirm current details locally before travel.

Source Information

Approved Batch-01 temple document

DM-NG-003-A_TN.docx

Primary source for identity, location, coordinates, architecture, timings, travel, traditions, festivals and public mantra context on this page.

Canonical master mapping

Slug and record identity: DM-NVG-003-TN / mangala-vaitheeswaran-koil.

Visitor note

Time-sensitive information is presented as source-recorded guidance and should be reconfirmed locally.

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