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Vaitheeswaran Koil Timings
Plan your Vaitheeswaran Koil visit with accurate temple timings, pooja schedules, dress code, and practical tips — all in one place.
⚡ Key Takeaways
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Open 6 AM – 1 PM & 4 PM – 8:30 PM daily
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Main poojas at 8 AM, 12 PM, 7:30 PM
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Best visit: 6–8 AM or on Pradosham / Maha Shivaratri
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Traditional attire required — no western casuals
About the Temple
Vaitheeswaran Koil in Tamil Nadu is dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vaidyanathar — the divine healer. Devotees seek blessings for health, peace, and spiritual clarity. It is also the birthplace of Nadi Astrology.
Temple Timings
Session
Opening
Closing
🌞 Morning
6:00 AM
1:00 PM
🌙 Evening
4:00 PM
8:30 PM
Timings may vary during festivals or special events.
Daily Pooja Schedule
Pooja Name
Time
Kala Sandhi Pooja
8:00 AM
Uchikala Pooja
12:00 PM
Sayaraksha Pooja
7:30 PM
Visiting Tips
🌄Arrive before 8 AM for a peaceful, crowd-free darshan.
📅Verify timings on festival days — schedules extend during special events.
🙏Consult temple priests for special abhishekam or ritual arrangements.
📿Combine your visit with a Nadi astrology reading nearby.
Dress Code
👨 MenDhoti, lungi, or traditional shirt
👩 WomenSaree, salwar, or churidar
Shorts, sleeveless tops, and western casuals are not permitted inside the temple.
Frequently Asked Questions
Open 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM daily. Timings may extend on festival days.
Kala Sandhi Pooja at 8:00 AM, Uchikala Pooja at 12:00 PM, and Sayaraksha Pooja at 7:30 PM.
Early morning between 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM. Pradosham and Maha Shivaratri are especially auspicious.
Traditional attire required. Men: dhoti or lungi. Women: saree or salwar. No shorts or sleeveless tops.
Yes. Shri Agasthiya Mahashiv Nadi Astrology is located near the temple. Book in-person or online — call +91 7428893277.
🌿 Visiting Vaitheeswaran Koil? Get Your Nadi Reading
Consult Shri Agasthiya Mahashiv Nadi Astrology — located right near the temple — for your sacred palm leaf reading.
