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Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur
An old Shiva temple in the historic Chola village of Uthiramerur that received endowments from the Vijayanagara emperor Krishnadevaraya (1509-1529). The Lord is worshipped as Kailasanathar. It complements the town's Vaikunta Perumal and Sundaravarada Perumal temples in preserving the layered Pallava, Chola and Vijayanagara heritage of Uthiramerur.
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Plan Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur
Typetemple
Nearest baseUthiramerur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseUthiramerur
DistrictKancheepuram
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
An old Shiva temple in the historic Chola village of Uthiramerur that received endowments from the Vijayanagara emperor Krishnadevaraya (1509-1529). The Lord is worshipped as Kailasanathar. It complements the town's Vaikunta Perumal and Sundaravarada Perumal temples in preserving the layered Pallava, Chola and Vijayanagara heritage of Uthiramerur.
Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur is planned from Uthiramerur, one of the travel bases in Kancheepuram district. Use Uthiramerur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March; early morning or evening are most pleasant
Entry: Free
Getting there: Uthiramerur bus stand; ~30 km south of Kanchipuram; Chennai airport ~85 km
Visit alongside the Vaikunta Perumal temple in the same town.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Uthiramerur or nearby in Kancheepuram, 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
- Chennai72 km
- Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)65 km
- Vellore70 km
- Puducherry110 km
- Tirupati115 km
Road km to Kancheepuram; 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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When is the best time to visit Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur?
Base yourself in Uthiramerur or nearby in Kancheepuram, 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 Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur?
About an hour.
What else is near Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur?
Nearby you can pair Vaikunta Perumal Temple, Uthiramerur (120 m), Sundaravarada Perumal Temple, Uthiramerur (340 m), Ashtabhujakaram Temple (22.5 km), Varadharaja Perumal Temple (22.6 km).
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