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Padalathri Narasimhar Temple
A Pallava-era rock-cut cave shrine carved into a small hill, dedicated to Narasimha in his fierce Ugra form with a red third eye. Originally a cave temple, it was later expanded with gopurams and mandapams. Pilgrims perform girivalam around the hillock and pray at the sacred Azhinjil tree behind the sanctum.
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Padalathri Narasimhar Temple
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Plan Padalathri Narasimhar Temple
Typecave
Nearest baseSingaperumal Koil
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSingaperumal Koil
DistrictChengalpattu
Place typecave
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Pallava-era rock-cut cave shrine carved into a small hill, dedicated to Narasimha in his fierce Ugra form with a red third eye. Originally a cave temple, it was later expanded with gopurams and mandapams. Pilgrims perform girivalam around the hillock and pray at the sacred Azhinjil tree behind the sanctum.
Padalathri Narasimhar Temple is planned from Singaperumal Koil, one of the travel bases in Chengalpattu district. Use Singaperumal Koil for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Padalathri Narasimhar Temple — at a glance
TimingsDaily, roughly 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 to 8 PM
Best timeNovember to February; early morning for the girivalam
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Padalathri Narasimhar Temple
Singaperumal Koil railway station is on the Chennai Beach-Chengalpattu suburban line; just off NH45/GST Road, about 45 km from Chennai airport
Climb the hill steps early to beat the midday heat.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Singaperumal Koil or nearby in Chengalpattu, 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.
Distance by road
- Chennai55 km
- Kanchipuram65 km
- Puducherry95 km
- Chengalpattu (town)30 km
- Vellore130 km
Road km to Chengalpattu; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
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 Padalathri Narasimhar Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Padalathri Narasimhar Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daily, roughly 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 to 8 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Padalathri Narasimhar Temple?
Base yourself in Singaperumal Koil or nearby in Chengalpattu, 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 Padalathri Narasimhar Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Padalathri Narasimhar Temple?
Nearby you can pair Thiruvadisoolam Chandra Choodeswarar Temple (3.1 km), Vedagiriswarar Temple, Thirukazhukundram (17.2 km), Thiruporur Kandaswamy Temple (19.8 km), Atiranachandeswara Cave Temple (23.0 km).
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