Panruti is a taluk headquarter in Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu. The name Panruti evolved from ‘pannargal’ (those who compose musics and songs in ancient and medival periods). The historical Kedilam River passes through the town. The creators of various ‘panns’ named as ‘pannar’ . Notable persons include Appar Sundarar.
Specialty in Panruti
Panruti produces cashews, jackfruit, and many vegetables.
Temples in & around Panruti
Kannika parameshwari temple is one of the famous temples in panruti, Thiruvadhigai Veerattaneswarar Temple is located in Thiruvathigai only 2 km from Panruti. This temple is an ancient and famous Shiva temple, where notable saints Thilakavathiyar, Thirunavukkarasar, and Arunagirinathar visited and wrote hymns on the Lord.
Panruti has a Vishnu temple Thiruvaheendirapuram-Devanatha perumal temple, one of the 108 dhivya desam, is nearby.