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Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple
One of Tamil Nadu's most-visited Amman shrines, dedicated to the goddess Karumariamman and believed to be around 1,000 years old. The locality was historically a dense neem forest, which gave it the name Velkadu or Thiruverkadu. Sundays are the special day of worship and draw very large crowds of devotees.
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Plan Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseThiruverkadu
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThiruverkadu
DistrictThiruvallur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
One of Tamil Nadu's most-visited Amman shrines, dedicated to the goddess Karumariamman and believed to be around 1,000 years old. The locality was historically a dense neem forest, which gave it the name Velkadu or Thiruverkadu. Sundays are the special day of worship and draw very large crowds of devotees.
Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple is planned from Thiruverkadu, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Thiruverkadu for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 - 9:00 PM daily
Best timeOctober to March; Tamil month of Aadi (Jul-Aug) for festivals
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 7 km from Poonamallee town; nearest railway is Avadi (~6 km) on the Chennai suburban line; Chennai (MAA) airport ~25 km.
Sundays are the busiest day of worship; expect long queues and heavy crowds.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruverkadu 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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templeVedapureeswarar Temple, Thiruverkadu1.0 km awaytempleMasilamaneeswarar Temple, Thirumullaivoyal6.7 km awaytempleVaradaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee9.6 km awaymosqueBig Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee9.7 km awaytempleBhaktavatsala Perumal Temple, Thirunindravur11.7 km awayheritageEnnore Lighthouse22.0 km away
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Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 - 9:00 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple?
Base yourself in Thiruverkadu 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 Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple?
Nearby you can pair Vedapureeswarar Temple, Thiruverkadu (1.0 km), Masilamaneeswarar Temple, Thirumullaivoyal (6.7 km), Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee (9.6 km), Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee (9.7 km).
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