Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Lalapet Iyyapan Temple, Karur

Lalapet Iyyapan Temple, Karur
Lalapet Iyyapan Temple located in Lalapet in Karur District is a famous temple dedicated to Lord Ayyapan. It is the first Iyyapa Temple to come-up in Tamil Nadu. It is located in the picturesque locales of Lalapet village which abuts Cauvery River.

Landmark 
The temple is on Karur-Trichy Road. One can reach Kulithalai. The temple is in nearby Lalapet city. Nearest railway station is Kulithalai and the nearest airport is Trichy. Ayyarmalai Temple is 40 km away from Karur; 44 km away from Trichy; 40 km away from Manaparai; and 8 km from Kulithalai.
Connectivity
By Bus: One can reach Lalapet Railway Station from Kulithalai. The temple is just 8 km away. Kulithalai is connected by bus services from all places in Tamil Nadu; 40 km from Karur, 44 Km from Trichy, Manaparai 40 Km, and 8 km from Kulithalai.
By Railways: There is a Railway Station in Lalapet. From here the temple is just few km away. Trains from towns like Coimbatore, Chennai, Mysore, Tiruchy, Bengaluru, Erode and Mangalore pass through this Kulithalai and Lalapet.
By Flight: Nearest airport is Trichy, which is 44 km away from the temple. Private taxi or bus services are available at the airport to reach the temple in Lalapet.