Thirunallar Saneeswaran Shrine
तिरुनल्लार शनीश्वर तीर्थ
The major Shani shrine within Sri Dharbaranyeswarar Temple in Karaikal, especially known for Sani Peyarchi.
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Place and overview
Thirunallar is Sri Dharbaranyeswarar Temple, a Shiva temple whose complex contains a nationally prominent shrine of Saneeswara Bhagavan. The distinction matters when describing its worship sequence.
Tradition and setting
Sani Peyarchi is a major observance tied to the traditional transit calculation rather than a fixed annual date. Crowds and traffic controls can be exceptional.
Planning your visit
Use the Government of Puducherry temple site for current hours, services and notices. Follow local instructions for sacred tanks, dress, offerings and movement through the complex.
Timings, entry and routes can change. Check the current notices from the official references below before travelling.
References and corrections
Original BhajanDhara summary. Temple history and visitor context draw on the following temple, government or institutional references.
Sacred narratives are presented as tradition. Opening hours and booking arrangements should be confirmed at the source.