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Arulmigu Chandra Choodeswarar Temple
Set on a hillock beside National Highway 44 at Hosur, this Shiva temple is reached by a flight of steps and is one of the most popular pilgrimage spots in the district, drawing hundreds of devotees daily from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Stone inscriptions trace its origins to the 11th-century Chola period under Raja Raja Chola and Kulothunga Chola, with Shiva worshipped as Chandra Choodeswarar alongside the goddess Maragathambigai. Its annual car festival falls in March-April, and the municipality maintains gardens, a children's park and an observatory nearby. The elevated setting also offers views over Hosur town.
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Typetemple
Nearest baseHosur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseHosur
DistrictKrishnagiri
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
Set on a hillock beside National Highway 44 at Hosur, this Shiva temple is reached by a flight of steps and is one of the most popular pilgrimage spots in the district, drawing hundreds of devotees daily from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Stone inscriptions trace its origins to the 11th-century Chola period under Raja Raja Chola and Kulothunga Chola, with Shiva worshipped as Chandra Choodeswarar alongside the goddess Maragathambigai. Its annual car festival falls in March-April, and the municipality maintains gardens, a children's park and an observatory nearby. The elevated setting also offers views over Hosur town.
Arulmigu Chandra Choodeswarar Temple is planned from Hosur, one of the travel bases in Krishnagiri district. Use Hosur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Arulmigu Chandra Choodeswarar Temple — at a glance
TimingsApprox. 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober-March; the March-April car festival is the biggest annual event
Entry: Free
Getting there: Beside NH44 in Hosur; easily reached by bus, auto or taxi from Hosur bus stand and railway station. Nearest airport Bengaluru (BLR), about 40 km.
A short climb up steps leads to the hilltop shrine; go early to avoid the midday heat.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Hosur or nearby in Krishnagiri, 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.
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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 Arulmigu Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Arulmigu Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Approx. 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Arulmigu Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
Base yourself in Hosur or nearby in Krishnagiri, 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 Arulmigu Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Arulmigu Chandra Choodeswarar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Hosur (2.2 km), Kelavarapalli Dam (7.2 km), Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri (18.7 km), Venugopala Swamy Temple (22.7 km).
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