What to expect
Kannagi Statue
A statue on the Marina of Kannagi, the wronged heroine of the Tamil epic Silappadikaram, depicted holding aloft the anklet with which she confronted the Pandya king. Installed in 1968, it was controversially removed in 2001 and restored to the beach in 2006 after public pressure. It is a celebrated emblem of Tamil cultural pride.
Practical guide
Plan Kannagi Statue
Typeheritage
Nearest baseTriplicane
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseTriplicane
DistrictChennai
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A statue on the Marina of Kannagi, the wronged heroine of the Tamil epic Silappadikaram, depicted holding aloft the anklet with which she confronted the Pandya king. Installed in 1968, it was controversially removed in 2001 and restored to the beach in 2006 after public pressure. It is a celebrated emblem of Tamil cultural pride.
Kannagi Statue is planned from Triplicane, one of the travel bases in Chennai district. Use Triplicane for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Kannagi Statue — at a glance
TimingsOpen 24 hours (roadside on the Marina)
Best timeYear-round (early morning or evening)
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Kannagi Statue
On the Marina near the Triumph of Labour, close to Chepauk MRTS station.
Part of the string of Marina statues; pair with a beach stroll.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Triplicane or nearby in Chennai, 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
- Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)55 km
- Kanchipuram72 km
- Puducherry150 km
- Vellore135 km
- Tirupati135 km
Road km to Chennai; 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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Kannagi Statue — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kannagi Statue?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kannagi Statue?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open 24 hours (roadside on the Marina). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kannagi Statue?
Base yourself in Triplicane or nearby in Chennai, 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 Kannagi Statue?
About an hour.
What else is near Kannagi Statue?
Nearby you can pair Triumph of Labour (110 m), Senate House, University of Madras (230 m), Presidency College (240 m), Chepauk Palace (250 m).
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Image credits
- Kannagi Statue:Balaji Ravichandran, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0