Veerapur is a pilgrim spot in the southern region of
Tiruchirapalli District. This ancient place, also called Veeramalai, is the region famed for Ponnar and Sankar who reigned over the region. Arulmigu Kannimaramman Vagaiyara Temple and Periyakandi Amman temple are the sacred shrines located here. The place celebrates an annual festival in Maasi month of
Tamil Calendar, which falls between mid-February and mid-March.
Veerapur can be reached from
Tiruchirapalli (45 km),
Manapparai (12 km) and
Vaiyampatti (20 km).
Manaparai Railway Station serves the area. Nearest airport is
Tiruchirapalli Airport.
