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Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur
An ancient Shiva temple in Sholinghur town, distinct from the hilltop Narasimha shrines. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Sozhapureeswarar, it is one of the older temples of the town.
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Plan Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur
Typeheritage
Nearest baseSholinghur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSholinghur
DistrictRanipet
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
An ancient Shiva temple in Sholinghur town, distinct from the hilltop Narasimha shrines. Dedicated to Lord Shiva as Sozhapureeswarar, it is one of the older temples of the town.
Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur is planned from Sholinghur, one of the travel bases in Ranipet district. Use Sholinghur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: Sholinghur town; nearest railway Sholinghur station (Arakkonam Jn ~25 km); nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~100 km.
Located in the town below the hill temples; easy to reach on foot.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sholinghur 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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What’s near Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur
heritageSri Yoga Anjaneyar Temple, Sholinghur150 m awayheritageKanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah330 m awaytempleSri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur2.9 km awayviewpointKanchanagiri Hills16.5 km awaytownWalajapet17.1 km awaycaveMahendravadi Rock-Cut Cave Temple18.4 km away
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Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur?
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 Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur?
Base yourself in Sholinghur 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 Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur?
Nearby you can pair Sri Yoga Anjaneyar Temple, Sholinghur (150 m), Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah (330 m), Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur (2.9 km), Kanchanagiri Hills (16.5 km).
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