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Kalikambal Temple
A Shakti temple on Thambu Chetty Street where the presiding deity is the goddess Kalikambal (Kamakshi) with her consort Kamateswarar. Tradition holds that the Maratha emperor Shivaji worshipped here in 1677, and it is famously the temple where actor Rajinikanth prays. Originally sited near the seashore, it was relocated inland by the British in 1670.
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Kalikambal Temple
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Plan Kalikambal Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseParry's Corner
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseParry's Corner
DistrictChennai
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shakti temple on Thambu Chetty Street where the presiding deity is the goddess Kalikambal (Kamakshi) with her consort Kamateswarar. Tradition holds that the Maratha emperor Shivaji worshipped here in 1677, and it is famously the temple where actor Rajinikanth prays. Originally sited near the seashore, it was relocated inland by the British in 1670.
Kalikambal Temple is planned from Parry's Corner, one of the travel bases in Chennai district. Use Parry's Corner for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Kalikambal Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Best timeYear-round (early morning or evening)
Entry: Free
Getting there: On Thambu Chetty Street in George Town, near Parry's Corner and Chennai Beach railway station.
Lanes here are narrow and busy; go on foot from Parry's Corner.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Parry's Corner or nearby in Chennai, 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
- Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)55 km
- Kanchipuram72 km
- Puducherry150 km
- Vellore135 km
- Tirupati135 km
Road km to Chennai; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Kalikambal Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kalikambal Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kalikambal Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kalikambal Temple?
Base yourself in Parry's Corner or nearby in Chennai, 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 Kalikambal Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Kalikambal Temple?
Nearby you can pair General Post Office (150 m), Southern Railway Headquarters (160 m), Burma Bazaar (290 m), Armenian Church, Chennai (460 m).
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