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Ennore Lighthouse
An operational coastal lighthouse in the Ennore-Kattupalli area of Ponneri taluk that guides vessels approaching the nearby Kamarajar (Ennore) and Kattupalli ports. It sits on the district's industrial coastline just south of the Pulicat lagoon.
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Ennore Lighthouse
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Practical guide
Plan Ennore Lighthouse
Typeheritage
Nearest baseEnnore
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseEnnore
DistrictThiruvallur
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
An operational coastal lighthouse in the Ennore-Kattupalli area of Ponneri taluk that guides vessels approaching the nearby Kamarajar (Ennore) and Kattupalli ports. It sits on the district's industrial coastline just south of the Pulicat lagoon.
Ennore Lighthouse is planned from Ennore, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Ennore for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Ennore Lighthouse — at a glance
TimingsPublic visiting hours typically 3:00 - 5:00 PM (subject to change)
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: In the Ennore-Kattupalli industrial coast; nearest railway Athipattu on the Chennai suburban line; Chennai (MAA) airport ~40 km.
Access can be restricted due to the surrounding port and industrial zone.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Ennore or nearby in Thiruvallur, 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 Ennore Lighthouse
templeMasilamaneeswarar Temple, Thirumullaivoyal18.9 km awaytownPonneri20.5 km awaytempleVaradaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee20.7 km awaymosqueBig Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee20.8 km awaytempleTiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple22.0 km awaytempleVedapureeswarar Temple, Thiruverkadu22.9 km away
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Ennore Lighthouse — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Ennore Lighthouse?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Ennore Lighthouse?
Entry: Free. Timings: Public visiting hours typically 3:00 - 5:00 PM (subject to change). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Ennore Lighthouse?
Base yourself in Ennore or nearby in Thiruvallur, 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 Ennore Lighthouse?
About an hour.
What else is near Ennore Lighthouse?
Nearby you can pair Masilamaneeswarar Temple, Thirumullaivoyal (18.9 km), Ponneri (20.5 km), Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee (20.7 km), Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee (20.8 km).
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