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Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple
A Chola-period Shiva temple near Chengalpattu whose presiding deity Chandra Choodeswarar is associated with the moon god Chandra. It is a noted parihara (remedy) shrine for those seeking relief from planetary afflictions, and it retains fine early stonework and inscriptions.
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Before you go to Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple
Entry rules not verified for this temple. Some Hindu temples admit only Hindus, and most enforce a dress code at the door. We have not verified the rule for this particular temple, so please check before you travel — especially if you are not Hindu or are visiting from outside India.
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Typetemple
Nearest baseThiruvadisoolam
DistrictChengalpattu
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple is planned from Thiruvadisoolam, one of the travel bases in Chengalpattu district. Use Thiruvadisoolam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruvadisoolam or nearby in Chengalpattu, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Distance by road
- Chennai55 km
- Kanchipuram65 km
- Puducherry95 km
- Chengalpattu (town)30 km
- Vellore130 km
Road km to Chengalpattu; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
Weather in Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar TempleSeasonal guide
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Today at Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple
Sunrise5:59 am
Sunset6:22 pm
Golden hour best light5:22 pm–6:22 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:22 pm–6:47 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 83%
South-west monsoon. June to September is the south-west monsoon in Tamil Nadu. Expect heavy showers, mostly in bursts rather than all day — carry rain cover, allow extra time for getting around, and note that ferries and open-air sites are the first things affected.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
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Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple — at a glance
TimingsDaily, roughly 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 to 8 PM
Best timeNovember to February; Pradosham days are auspicious
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple
Near Chengalpattu off GST Road; Chengalpattu Junction is the nearest railhead, about 55 km from Chennai airport
Getting around Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
If you need help at Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple
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Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily, roughly 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 to 8 PM.
How do I reach Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
Base yourself in Thiruvadisoolam or nearby in Chengalpattu, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Padalathri Narasimhar Temple (3.1 km), Vedagiriswarar Temple, Thirukazhukundram (16.6 km), Thiruporur Kandaswamy Temple (22.1 km), Atiranachandeswara Cave Temple (24.5 km).
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