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Vaikunta Perumal Temple, Uthiramerur
A Vishnu temple in Uthiramerur famous for the celebrated 10th-century Chola inscriptions carved on its mandapa walls during the reign of Parantaka I (c. 921 CE). These inscriptions record the Kudavolai system, a lottery-based method of electing village assembly (sabha) committees, among the world's earliest documented evidence of local self-governance. The site is a landmark in the study of ancient Indian democracy.
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Plan Vaikunta Perumal 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.
A Vishnu temple in Uthiramerur famous for the celebrated 10th-century Chola inscriptions carved on its mandapa walls during the reign of Parantaka I (c. 921 CE). These inscriptions record the Kudavolai system, a lottery-based method of electing village assembly (sabha) committees, among the world's earliest documented evidence of local self-governance. The site is a landmark in the study of ancient Indian democracy.
Vaikunta Perumal 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.
Visiting
Vaikunta Perumal 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
Read the famous Kudavolai election inscriptions on the mandapa walls.
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 Vaikunta Perumal Temple, Uthiramerur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Vaikunta Perumal 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 Vaikunta Perumal 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 Vaikunta Perumal Temple, Uthiramerur?
About an hour.
What else is near Vaikunta Perumal Temple, Uthiramerur?
Nearby you can pair Kailasanathar Temple, Uthiramerur (120 m), Sundaravarada Perumal Temple, Uthiramerur (370 m), Ashtabhujakaram Temple (22.6 km), Varadharaja Perumal Temple (22.7 km).
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