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Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri
This ancient Vishnu temple sits at the base of the Shoolagiri hill in Shoolagiri town. Local tradition dates its origins to the Dwapara Yuga and links its consecration to Arjuna during the Pandavas' exile, making it a revered stop for pilgrims. The hill setting and long-standing legend give the shrine both religious and scenic appeal. It is an easy detour just off NH44 between Krishnagiri and Hosur.
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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 baseShoolagiri
DistrictKrishnagiri
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit3→Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri is planned from Shoolagiri, one of the travel bases in Krishnagiri district. Use Shoolagiri for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Shoolagiri 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.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Today at Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri
Sunrise6:07 am
Sunset6:29 pm
Golden hour best light5:29 pm–6:29 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:29 pm–6:54 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 81%
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.
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Top experiences around Shoolagiri
2 more places around Shoolagiri, each worth a day of its own.
heritageRayakottai Fort
21.5 km · ~36 min by cab
A dramatic ASI-protected hill fort rising over the plains near Rayakottai, strengthened during the era of Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan and contested in the Anglo-Mysore Wars. The steep climb to its ramparts is one of the district's most popular short treks.
heritageMallachandram Dolmens
13.1 km · ~22 min by cab
Spread across two hillocks near Samalpallam, about 19 km from Krishnagiri town, Mallachandram is one of Tamil Nadu's largest megalithic burial complexes, with more than 200 dolmens (stone burial chambers) dating to roughly 1200-300 BCE. Excavations here have yielded black-and-red ware pottery, iron objects, cairn circles and urn burials, and some slabs carry rare prehistoric white-ochre rock paintings depicting hunts, houses and rituals. It is a protected Archaeological Survey of India site, though many chambers were damaged by treasure-hunters over the years. Reaching it involves a short walk up the rocky hillocks from the village.
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Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri — at a glance
TimingsApprox. 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Best timeOctober-March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri
In Shoolagiri town just off NH44; buses and taxis run from Krishnagiri and Hosur. Nearest railhead Krishnagiri; nearest airport Bengaluru (BLR).
Getting around Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri
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 Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri
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When is the best time to visit Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri?
Entry: Free. Timings: Approx. 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
How do I reach Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri?
Base yourself in Shoolagiri 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 Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Prasanna Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Shoolagiri?
Nearby you can pair Mallachandram Dolmens (13.1 km), Arulmigu Chandra Choodeswarar Temple (18.7 km), Kundeeswarar Temple, Chinna Kothur (20.2 km), Hosur (20.4 km).
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