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Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple
This temple in Mettupalayam is dedicated to the fierce goddess Vana Bhadra Kaliamman and is a locally revered shrine on the route toward the Nilgiris. It is known for its annual festival and Amman worship traditions. It serves as a devotional landmark for the Mettupalayam area at the foothills of the Nilgiris.
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Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple
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Plan Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple
Typeheritage
Nearest baseMettupalayam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseMettupalayam
DistrictCoimbatore
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
This temple in Mettupalayam is dedicated to the fierce goddess Vana Bhadra Kaliamman and is a locally revered shrine on the route toward the Nilgiris. It is known for its annual festival and Amman worship traditions. It serves as a devotional landmark for the Mettupalayam area at the foothills of the Nilgiris.
Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple is planned from Mettupalayam, one of the travel bases in Coimbatore district. Use Mettupalayam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to February; annual festival
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple
Mettupalayam town; Mettupalayam railway station (~2 km); Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) ~40 km
In Mettupalayam at the foothills of the Nilgiris.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Mettupalayam or nearby in Coimbatore, 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 Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple?
Base yourself in Mettupalayam or nearby in Coimbatore, 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 Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Vana Bhadra Kaliamman Temple?
Nearby you can pair Black Thunder (2.2 km), Karamadai Ranganathar Temple (6.7 km), Sirumugai (Bhavani Sagar gateway) (7.6 km), Baralikadu Ecotourism Centre (14.4 km).
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