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Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam
A popular goddess temple on the banks of the Arani river at Periyapalayam, roughly 45 km north of Chennai on the highway near Red Hills. The main complex is around 200 years old and is dedicated to Bhavani Amman. During the Tamil months of Aadi and Aavani it draws lakhs of pilgrims.
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Before you go to Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam
Entry rules not verified for this temple. Some Hindu temples admit only Hindus, and most enforce a dress code at the door. We have not verified the rule for this particular temple, so please check before you travel — especially if you are not Hindu or are visiting from outside India.
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Typetemple
Nearest basePeriyapalayam
DistrictThiruvallur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam is planned from Periyapalayam, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Periyapalayam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Periyapalayam 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.
Weather in Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, PeriyapalayamSeasonal guide
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Today at Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam
Sunrise5:59 am
Sunset6:22 pm
Golden hour best light5:22 pm–6:22 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:22 pm–6:47 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 Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM daily
Best timeOctober to March; Tamil months of Aadi and Aavani for festivals
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam
About 45 km north of Chennai near Red Hills; nearest town Uthukottai (~18 km); nearest railway Ponneri or Chennai suburban; Chennai (MAA) airport ~50 km.
Getting around Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam
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 Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam
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Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM daily.
How do I reach Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam?
Base yourself in Periyapalayam 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 Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Bhavani Amman Temple, Periyapalayam?
Nearby you can pair Siruvapuri Sri Balasubramania Swamy Temple (8.0 km), Gummidipoondi (13.7 km), Uthukottai (15.7 km), Ponneri (16.9 km).
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