Kapiliswarar Temple, Chennai - Timings, History, Darshan, Pooja Timings
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#4 of 37 Places to Visit in Chennai
Distance (From Chennai Central Railway Station): 6.5 Kms
Trip Duration (Including Travel): 1 Hour
Place Location: In Mylapore
Transportation Options: Bus / Cab / Auto
Travel Tips: None
At a distance of 6.5 Kms from Chennai Central Railway Station (located in Mylapore), the Kapaleeswarar Temple dedicated to Shiva is built in 8th Century by Pallavas. But the current structure is rebuilt by the Vijayanagara rulers in 16th century. The 37 meters tall and grand gopuram is made in the characteristic Dravidian style of architecture. This is one of the top tourist places to visit in Chennai city.
This temple has some beautiful sculptures, among which the bronze idols of 63 Saivaite Saints or the Nayanmars. The Arubathumoovar festival dedicated to the 63 Nayanmars held in March-April every year is a special attraction.
Timings: 5 AM to 11 AM and 4 PM to 9.30 PM.
