Papanasam Temple also called “Arulmigu Papanasaswamy Temple” is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This is one of the famous temples of Lord Shiva in Tamil Nadu. The temple is visited by thousands of devotees daily and is located in the Tirunelveli District. Here, devotees called Papanasam to Lord Shiva and Parvathi as Ulagammai. Goddess Parvathi and Lord Shiva are worshipped in this temple daily from 6:30 to 8:00 PM.
Papanasam Temple Darshan Timings
Let us tell you that “Papanasam Temple” is an old structure that was built in Dravidian style. Many festivals take place and are celebrated with entire faiths such as 10 days Brahmmotsavam in Chithirai, Thaipoosam in January-February, and Agasthya wedding. You can see the huge crowd at festival time. The timings of the temple change during the festival. So, visit after checking the timings.
Six-time puja were performed in this temple for Lord Shiva. You can also join Puja/ Aarti with the priest and offer food.
Arulmigu Papanasaswamy Temple Timings for Darshan
| Days | Temple Opening Timings | Morning Puja Timings | Temple Break Time | Evening Puja Timings | Close Timings |
| Monday | 6:30:00 AM | 06:30 to 13:00 | 13:00 to 16:30 | 16:30 to 20:00 | 8:00:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30:00 AM | 06:30 to 13:00 | 13:00 to 16:30 | 16:30 to 20:00 | 8:00:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30:00 AM | 06:30 to 13:00 | 13:00 to 16:30 | 16:30 to 20:00 | 8:00:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30:00 AM | 06:30 to 13:00 | 13:00 to 16:30 | 16:30 to 20:00 | 8:00:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30:00 AM | 06:30 to 13:00 | 13:00 to 16:30 | 16:30 to 20:00 | 8:00:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30:00 AM | 06:30 to 13:00 | 13:00 to 16:30 | 16:30 to 20:00 | 8:00:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30:00 AM | 06:30 to 13:00 | 13:00 to 16:30 | 16:30 to 20:00 | 8:00:00 PM |
Aarti/Puja Offerings Of Arulmigu Papanasaswamy Temple
| Day | Tiruvanathal Pooja | Sirukalasanthi Pooja | Kalasanthi Pooja | Ucchikalam Pooja | Sayaratchai Pooja | Ardhastama Pooja |
| Monday | 6:30:00 AM | 7:00:00 AM | 8:30:00 AM | 11:00:00 AM | 6:00:00 PM | 8:00:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30:00 AM | 7:00:00 AM | 8:30:00 AM | 11:00:00 AM | 6:00:00 PM | 8:00:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30:00 AM | 7:00:00 AM | 8:30:00 AM | 11:00:00 AM | 6:00:00 PM | 8:00:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30:00 AM | 7:00:00 AM | 8:30:00 AM | 11:00:00 AM | 6:00:00 PM | 8:00:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30:00 AM | 7:00:00 AM | 8:30:00 AM | 11:00:00 AM | 6:00:00 PM | 8:00:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30:00 AM | 7:00:00 AM | 8:30:00 AM | 11:00:00 AM | 6:00:00 PM | 8:00:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30:00 AM | 7:00:00 AM | 8:30:00 AM | 11:00:00 AM | 6:00:00 PM | 8:00:00 PM |
Temple Opening Timings
- Morning Hours: 6:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- Evening Hours: 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Papanasam Temple Aarti/Puja Offerings with Fee
| S/N | Name of Pooja/ Aarti | Fee Per Ticket (INR) |
| 1 | Sagasgara Naman Archanai | Rs. 5 |
| 2 | Thirumana Kattanam | Rs. 500 |
| 3 | Special Entry(Normal Days) | Rs.5 |
| 4 | Special Entry(Function Days) | Rs. 10 |
| 5 | Mudi Kanikkai | Rs. 10 |
| 6 | Panner Sadhuthal | Rs. 1 |
| 7 | Ashtothram | Rs. 5 |
| 8 | Panneer | Rs. 2 |
| 9 | Thengaai Udaippu Kattanam | Rs. 10 |
| 10 | Maavilakku | Rs. 10 |
| 11 | Dress Changing Room | Rs. 2 |
| 12 | Stalavaralaru Book | Rs. 5 |
| 13 | Video (Marriage) And Photos | Rs. 300 |
| 14 | Niiranjanam | Rs. 100 |
| 15 | Thathu | Rs. 100 |
| 16 | Abishegam | Rs. 100 |
| 17 | Vada Maalai Sathuthal | Rs. 30 |
| 18 | Thanga Paavadai Sathuthal | Rs. 200 |
Contact Address
- Executive Officer, Arulmigu Papanasam Temple,
- Address: Papanasam, Ambasamuthiram Taluk, Tirunelveli
- Telephone Number: 04634-293757