Vadalur is a panchayat town in Cuddalore district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Ramalinga Swamigal, popularly called Vallalar, established the Sathyagnana Sabhai. The Thai Poosam function in January is a festival of this place. The Swamigal sang thousands of songs called Thiru Arutppa. This district was named after him for a while.
Vadalur attracts lot of tourists from all over the world because of the famous temple Sathaya Gnana Sabha, established by the famous saint Vallalar before 150 years. Every year the auspicious day Thai Poosam is celebrated as a grand occasion which attracts lot of people from all over the world. Arutperunjothi or Sacred Light which was lighted by Vallalar himself in the temple, is kept lighted till now over 150 years.
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
Instead of Vadalur you can a get flight to Pondicherry Airport on regular basis.
Vadalur - 42 km away
By Train
Nearest train station is Panruti.
Vadalur - 24 km away
Shopping in Vadalur 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 Vadalur to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Vadalur means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Vadalur is the most important activities among the
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