Nellaiappar Temple
Nellaiappar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 275 Paadal Petra Sthalams — the Shiva temples glorified in the Tevaram hymns of the Nayanmar saints.
Tirunelveli's twin temple of Nellaiappar (Shiva) and Kanthimathi (Parvati) is one of the largest complexes in southern Tamil Nadu, celebrated for its musical stone pillars that ring at a tap and its thousand-pillared hall.
Quick facts
| Deity | Shiva |
| Town | Tirunelveli |
| District | Tirunelveli district |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Sacred lists | Paadal Petra Sthalams |
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Visiting
Most temples in Tamil Nadu open early morning and again in the evening, closing through the midday hours — plan darshan before noon or after 4pm and confirm timings locally, since festival days change everything. Dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered), leave footwear at the stands provided, and note that some sanctums admit Hindus only while towers and outer courtyards welcome everyone. Photography rules vary; ask before shooting inside.
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