Temples around Kumbakonam – Pilgrimage Circuit Maps
The following circuit routes cover clusters of Paadal Petra Shiva temples around Kumbakonam located in the South of River Kaveri and North of River Kaveri regions. Each route is optimised for a single-day or short pilgrimage drive. Click the Google Maps route link on each card to open turn-by-turn directions, and the temples codes SCN and NCN are as mentioned in the google maps for these temples.
These temple circuits are planned with Kumbakonam as the hub, spread over a duration of four comfortable days. Each day can be neatly divided into a morning and evening session, allowing you to explore at a relaxed pace. Begin your mornings with route options that cover a larger cluster of temples, making the most of the fresh hours and travel time. Keep the evening sessions for shorter routes with fewer temples, ensuring a peaceful darshan and an easy return to Kumbakonam. Some temples are included in more than one circuit, as they can be conveniently combined with different route options depending on your schedule and preference.