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Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee
A Vishnu temple in the historic town of Poonamallee whose origins are traced to the 10th century CE during the reign of Chola king Parantaka I. It is one of the principal heritage temples of the old Poonamallee, formerly Poovirundhavalli, settlement.
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Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee
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Plan Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee
Typetemple
Nearest basePoonamallee
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/basePoonamallee
DistrictThiruvallur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Vishnu temple in the historic town of Poonamallee whose origins are traced to the 10th century CE during the reign of Chola king Parantaka I. It is one of the principal heritage temples of the old Poonamallee, formerly Poovirundhavalli, settlement.
Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee is planned from Poonamallee, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Poonamallee for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee — at a glance
Timings7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM daily
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting there: In Poonamallee town on the Chennai-Bangalore road; nearest railway Avadi (~10 km) on the Chennai suburban line; Chennai (MAA) airport ~15 km.
Well connected by Chennai city buses via the Poonamallee bus terminus.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Poonamallee 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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Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee?
Entry: Free. Timings: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 - 8:00 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee?
Base yourself in Poonamallee 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 Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee?
About an hour.
What else is near Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee?
Nearby you can pair Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee (170 m), Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple (9.6 km), Vedapureeswarar Temple, Thiruverkadu (10.3 km), Masilamaneeswarar Temple, Thirumullaivoyal (14.4 km).
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