About Tiruvaiyaru
Thiruvaiyaru is a panchayat town in Thanjavur District in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Thiruvaiyaru is situated on the banks of the river Kaveri, 11 km from Thanjavur. Thiruvaiyaru means Five Rivers around the city. The Five Rivers are Arisilaaru, Vennaaru, Vettaaru, Kudamuruttiyaaru and Kaveriaaru.
Days Required to Explore Tiruvaiyaru?
Tiruvaiyaru is packed with countless attractions. You will actually need to spend a 1 or 2 days in Tiruvaiyaru, to explore the countless gems spread across the Town.
Where should you Stay in Tiruvaiyaru?
There are lots of guest houses and hotels available. One could find cheap and luxurious places easily. Best option is to stay in Thanjavur It is also a good choice to stay if you are first time visiting Tiruvaiyaru You can make changes to this itinerary as per your convenience.
How Far are the Attraction from Each Other ?
In Tiruvaiyaru, most of the popular tourist attractions and Temples are very close to each other. The maximum distance between 2 locations will be around 5 to 10 kms which can be covered within 1 hrs, depending on traffic conditions.
The roads are good in and around Tiruvaiyaru except for the ones that run through secluded regions. Overall, driving will be a lot of fun.
How to Plan Itinerary?
How to Tour around Tiruvaiyaru ?
There are 2 ways you can tour around Tiruvaiyaru – By booking a cab or by public transport. There are two major temples, Aiyarappar Temple constructed by the Cholas, Sira Kandeeswarar Temple. Here are most famous temples in Tiruvaiyaru.
1. Aiyarappar Temple
Aiyarappar temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is incarnated by the hymns of Thevaram and is classified as Paadal Petra Sthalam. Thiruvaiyaru means Five Rivers around the city. The Five Rivers are Arisilaaru, Vennaaru, Vettaaru, Kudamuruttiyaaru and Kaaviriyaaru.
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2. Sira Kandeeswarar Temple
Kandeeswarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Shiva located in Kandiyur. The main deity here is Hara Sabha Vimosana Perumal/ Kamalanathan- Goddess: Kamalavalli Naachiyar.
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Nearest Airport: Trichy International Airport – 56 km
Nearest Railway station: Thanjavur – 18 km
Near By Places to Visit: Darasuram, Thirubuvanam, Patteeswaram, Papanasam
Hotels to stay in Tiruvaiyaru
1. ALA Resort
Perambur Agraharam, Kumbakonam Main Road,
Tiruvaiyaru, Tamil Nadu
Ph : 04362 260 430
2. Ideal River View Resort
Palli Agraharam, Vennar Bank, Near Pragdishwara Temple
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
Ph : 04362 250 533
3. Hotel Lion City
Gandhiji Rd, Graham Nagar, Shivaji Nagar,
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
Ph : 098427 86930
4. Hotel Kasi In
South Rampart, Road Inside Old Bus Stand
Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
Ph : 04362 231 712
