Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri

A Shiva temple at Thirumalaicheri that preserves early sculptures including Saptamatrikas, Jyeshta Devi and Mahishasuramardini. It forms part of the Pallava-era heritage circuit around Kaveripakkam.

Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri, Thirumalaicheri
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Who's going?Tailor Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri to your trip
Typeheritage
Nearest baseThirumalaicheri
DistrictRanipet
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2

Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri 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.

What to expect

Highlights

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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Sunrise6:01 am
Sunset6:24 pm
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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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160 m · 2 min walk

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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Before you go

Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri — 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 Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri

Thirumalaicheri near Kaveripakkam; nearest railway Walajah Road (~16 km); nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~92 km.

Getting around Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri

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.

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Nearby

What’s near Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri

heritageSri Athi Ranganatha Perumal Temple, Thiruparkadal 3.3 km · ~8 min by auto · straight line
heritageKaveripakkam Lake 3.4 km · ~8 min by auto · straight line
heritageSri Ekambaranathar Temple, Walajapet 8.7 km · ~14 min by cab · straight line
heritageSeven Mothers (Saptamatrika) Sculptures, Perumganchi 11.3 km · ~19 min by cab · straight line
heritageWalajapet Kasiviswanathar Temple 11.4 km · ~19 min by cab · straight line
heritageNavagraha Kottai Temple, Walajapet 11.6 km · ~19 min by cab · straight line
caveMahendravadi Rock-Cut Cave Temple 11.8 km · ~20 min by cab · straight line
heritageDelhi Gate and Arcot Fort 13.7 km · ~23 min by cab · straight line
townArcot 14.2 km · ~24 min by cab · straight line
townRanipet 14.6 km · ~24 min by cab · straight line

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Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri — frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri?

October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.

What are the entry fee and timings at Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri?

Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

How do I reach Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri?

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 Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri?

About an hour.

What else is near Somanatheeswarar Temple and Saptamatrika Sculptures, Thirumalaicheri?

Nearby you can pair Kottai Abhaya Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Kaveripakkam (160 m), Sri Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple, Thiruparkadal (1.7 km), Sri Athi Ranganatha Perumal Temple, Thiruparkadal (3.3 km), Kaveripakkam Lake (3.4 km).

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