Chandramouleeswarar Temple, Thiruvakkarai

Chandramouleeswarar Temple is a Hindu Shiva temple located in Thiruvakkarai village, Vanur Taluk, Villupuram District, Tamil Nadu. Dedicated to Lord Chandramouleeswarar and Goddess Vakrakali, it is noted for its Chola-era Dravidian architecture and as one of the Paadal Petra Sthalams revered in Tamil Saivite tradition. The temple features stone carvings, gopurams and sacred tanks, attracting pilgrims and heritage visitors.

Visitors can expect a traditional South Indian temple complex with Dravidian architecture, gopurams, pillared halls and stone sculptures. The main shrines are dedicated to Chandramouleeswarar (Shiva) and Vakrakali Amman, with separate sanctums, prakarams to circumambulate, and a temple tank. The surroundings are rural and quiet, with shops for offerings outside. Visitors can observe daily pujas, admire Chola-era carvings and explore the courtyard and mandapas.