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Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam
A Vaishnavite temple at Kaveripakkam dating to the 8th century CE and built during the Pallava dynasty. Dedicated to Vishnu as Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal, it is among the historic shrines linked to the ancient Pallava settlement around Kaveripakkam lake.
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Typeheritage
Nearest baseThirumalaicheri
DistrictRanipet
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam is planned from Thirumalaicheri, one of the travel bases in Ranipet district. Use Thirumalaicheri for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thirumalaicheri 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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Today at Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam
Sunrise6:01 am
Sunset6:24 pm
Golden hour best light5:24 pm–6:24 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:24 pm–6:49 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.
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Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam — 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 Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam
Kaveripakkam on NH48; nearest railway Walajah Road (~15 km); nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~90 km.
Getting around Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam
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 Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam
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Nearby
What’s near Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam
heritageSomanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri 160 m · 2 min walk · straight line
heritageSeven Mothers (Saptamatrika) Sculptures, Perumganchi 11.2 km · ~19 min by cab · straight line
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Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM.
How do I reach Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam?
Base yourself in Thirumalaicheri 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 Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam?
About an hour.
What else is near Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam?
Nearby you can pair Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri (160 m), Sri Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Thiruparkadal (1.6 km), Sri Athi Ranganatha Perumal Temple, Thiruparkadal (3.1 km), Kaveripakkam Lake (3.4 km).
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