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Walajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple
A roughly 300-year-old Shiva temple in Walajapet built in the Dravidian style, dedicated to Kasiviswanathar with the goddess Kasivisalakshi. Maintained by the Tamil Nadu HR&CE department, it is a notable heritage temple of the Walajah area.
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Plan Walajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple
Typeheritage
Nearest basePerumganchi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/basePerumganchi
DistrictRanipet
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A roughly 300-year-old Shiva temple in Walajapet built in the Dravidian style, dedicated to Kasiviswanathar with the goddess Kasivisalakshi. Maintained by the Tamil Nadu HR&CE department, it is a notable heritage temple of the Walajah area.
Walajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple is planned from Perumganchi, one of the travel bases in Ranipet district. Use Perumganchi for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Walajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: Walajapet adjoining Ranipet; nearest railway Walajah Road (~3 km); nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~110 km.
Located within Walajapet town and easy to reach; footwear must be removed.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Perumganchi 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.
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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 Walajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Walajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple?
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 Walajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple?
Base yourself in Perumganchi 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 Walajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Walajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Navagraha Kottai Temple, Walajapet (160 m), Seven Mothers (Saptamatrika) Sculptures, Perumganchi (160 m), Delhi Gate and Arcot Fort (3.1 km), Ranipet (3.2 km).
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