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Kamaraj Memorial House
This house museum is the birthplace and childhood home of K. Kamaraj, freedom fighter, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and President of the Indian National Congress. Built in the mid-1880s, it was acquired by the state government and converted into a memorial. It preserves his cot, spectacles, clothes, letters and rare photographs, commemorating his role in expanding school education and launching the midday meal scheme.
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Kamaraj Memorial House
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Plan Kamaraj Memorial House
Typemuseum
Nearest baseVirudhunagar
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseVirudhunagar
DistrictVirudhunagar
Place typemuseum
Time neededAbout an hour.
This house museum is the birthplace and childhood home of K. Kamaraj, freedom fighter, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and President of the Indian National Congress. Built in the mid-1880s, it was acquired by the state government and converted into a memorial. It preserves his cot, spectacles, clothes, letters and rare photographs, commemorating his role in expanding school education and launching the midday meal scheme.
Kamaraj Memorial House is planned from Virudhunagar, one of the travel bases in Virudhunagar district. Use Virudhunagar for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Kamaraj Memorial House — at a glance
Timings10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, may close on public holidays
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting there: In Virudhunagar town center; Virudhunagar Junction railway station ~1 km; Madurai Airport (IXM) ~45 km.
Central town location, easily reached on foot from the bus stand and railway station.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Virudhunagar or nearby in Virudhunagar, 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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When is the best time to visit Kamaraj Memorial House?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kamaraj Memorial House?
Entry: Free. Timings: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, may close on public holidays. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kamaraj Memorial House?
Base yourself in Virudhunagar or nearby in Virudhunagar, 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 Kamaraj Memorial House?
About an hour.
What else is near Kamaraj Memorial House?
Nearby you can pair Sri Mariamman Temple, Virudhunagar (300 m), Vanni Vinayagar Temple, Virudhunagar (790 m), Kullursandai Reservoir (4.2 km), Aruppukottai (18.2 km).
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