Tirukkoyilur — Travel Guide
Tirukkoyilur is a panchayat town in Viluppuram district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. As the name says "koil" (means temple in Tamil language) it is famous for the temples. It is also spelled as Thirukkovilur or Thirukkoiloor situated on the banks of koil. Tirukkoyilur is a place of historic importance. King Malayaman (Malayaman Dynasty), who is famous for his war and administrative skills ruled from here. "Vallal" Pari(Vallal - patron king, Pari is one of the 7 patron kings who supported "poets" and scholars. They are famous for their charitable activities.) daughters Angavai and Sangavai were married to Malayaman's son Deivegan and the marriage ceremony took place in a place called "Manam Poondi" Malayaman's grandsons the great Aditya karikalan and his brother, The famous chola king Raja Raja Chola Rajaraja Chola was born in Tirukkoyilur, as Arulmozhivarman, the third child of Parantaka Sundara Chola and Vanavan Devi of the Malayaman dynasty.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
The nearest airport is at Puducherry Airport (70 km).
By Train
The nearest major railway station is at Viluppuram Junction(40 km).
Shopping in Tirukkoyilur is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Tirukkoyilur to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Tirukkoyilur means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Tirukkoyilur is the most important a
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