What to expect
Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam
A state-protected Shiva temple at Takkolam bearing Chola-period inscriptions, including records of bronze deity installations. It stands apart from the town's larger Jalanatheeswarar temple and is preserved for its early medieval epigraphy and architecture.
Practical guide
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseTakkolam
DistrictRanipet
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam is planned from Takkolam, one of the travel bases in Ranipet district. Use Takkolam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Takkolam 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.
Weather in Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, TakkolamSeasonal guide
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Today at Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam
Sunrise6:00 am
Sunset6:23 pm
Golden hour best light5:23 pm–6:23 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:23 pm–6:48 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 83%
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.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
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Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam
Takkolam near Arakkonam; nearest railway Takkolam / Arakkonam Jn (~12 km); nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~75 km.
Getting around Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam
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 Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam
112All emergencies (police · fire · medical)The single number to call in any emergency (ERSS).100Police101Fire108Ambulance (emergency / EMS)1091Women’s helpline (distress)1098Child helpline1363Tourist helpline (India, 24×7, multilingual)
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Nearby
What’s near Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam
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Where Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam is
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Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM.
How do I reach Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam?
Base yourself in Takkolam 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 Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Vaaleeswarar Temple, Takkolam?
Nearby you can pair Konar Temple, Thirumalpur (3.4 km), Sri Maha Varahi Amman Temple, Katarampakkam (6.1 km), Jalanatheeswarar Temple, Takkolam (6.5 km), Kesavaram Dam (7.7 km).
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