Eachanari Vinayagar Temple

Coimbatore · India

Eachanari Vinayagar Temple

A 1,500-year-old Ganesha temple about 9 km from Coimbatore, one of the most visited temples in Tamil Nadu with a six-foot idol of Lord Vinayagar.

Eachanari Vinayagar Temple is one of the most celebrated Ganesha temples in Tamil Nadu, located about 9 km from Coimbatore on the road towards Palakkad. The temple is believed to be around 1,500 years old and houses a magnificent six-foot tall idol of Lord Vinayagar that draws thousands of devotees daily. The temple follows typical Dravidian architectural style with a prominent gopuram and well-maintained surroundings. It is particularly thronged during Ganesh Chaturthi, Basant Panchami, and Tamil New Year. Pilgrims travelling on the Coimbatore to Palakkad route traditionally stop here for darshan.

  • Address: Eachanari, 9 km from Coimbatore on Palakkad Road, Tamil Nadu 641021
  • How to Reach: About 9 km from Coimbatore city centre on NH 544 towards Palakkad. TNSTC buses from Gandhipuram. Taxis available.

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