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Melmalayanur Angala Parameswari Temple

Major local pilgrimage centre with strong ritual traditions.
01 — The story

The story

The village's ritual calendar gives this temple a powerful local pulse.

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02 — About

About Melmalayanur Angala Parameswari Temple

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We’re still writing about Melmalayanur Angala Parameswari Temple: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

03 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Best months
Nov–Feb; festival dates busy
Best season
Cool/dry season generally preferred; site-specific monsoon rules apply
Time of day
Early morning
Crowds
High on festival days

Time and effort

Trek duration
Easy; 45–90 min

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
Darshan generally free
Parking
Local parking
Permits
Temple rules apply

On the ground

Local food
Gingee Fort

Where it is

Viluppuram, Tamil Nadu

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