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Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot
An ancient Vishnu temple on the banks of the Palar river at Arcot, distinguished by a towering five-tiered Rajagopuram. It is one of the principal Vaishnavite shrines of the Arcot region and is administered by the Tamil Nadu HR&CE department.
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Plan Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot
Typeheritage
Nearest baseArcot
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseArcot
DistrictRanipet
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
An ancient Vishnu temple on the banks of the Palar river at Arcot, distinguished by a towering five-tiered Rajagopuram. It is one of the principal Vaishnavite shrines of the Arcot region and is administered by the Tamil Nadu HR&CE department.
Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot is planned from Arcot, one of the travel bases in Ranipet district. Use Arcot for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: Arcot town on NH48; nearest railway Walajah Road (~8 km); nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~110 km.
Remove footwear before entering; photography inside the sanctum may be restricted.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Arcot or nearby in Ranipet, 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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Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot?
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 Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot?
Base yourself in Arcot or nearby in Ranipet, 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 Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Arcot?
Nearby you can pair Arcot Jama Masjid and Nawab Tombs (120 m), Tipu Mastan Aulia Dargah, Arcot (190 m), Kala Masjid (Black Mosque), Arcot (310 m), Arcot (1.6 km).
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