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Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple
A Divya Desam Vishnu shrine set within the vast Ekambareswarar (Shiva) temple complex, where Vishnu is worshipped as Chandrasooda or Nilathingal Thundathan Perumal. It is one of the rare Divya Desams housed inside a Shiva temple, reflecting Kanchipuram's Shaiva-Vaishnava confluence. The name refers to the crescent moon associated with the deity.
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Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple
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Plan Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseKanchipuram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKanchipuram
DistrictKancheepuram
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Divya Desam Vishnu shrine set within the vast Ekambareswarar (Shiva) temple complex, where Vishnu is worshipped as Chandrasooda or Nilathingal Thundathan Perumal. It is one of the rare Divya Desams housed inside a Shiva temple, reflecting Kanchipuram's Shaiva-Vaishnava confluence. The name refers to the crescent moon associated with the deity.
Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple is planned from Kanchipuram, one of the travel bases in Kancheepuram district. Use Kanchipuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple — at a glance
Timings6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Best timeOctober to March; early morning or evening are most pleasant
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple
Kanchipuram bus stand/railway station; Chennai airport ~75 km
Enter via the Ekambareswarar temple complex to reach the shrine.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kanchipuram or nearby in Kancheepuram, 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
- Chennai72 km
- Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)65 km
- Vellore70 km
- Puducherry110 km
- Tirupati115 km
Road km to Kancheepuram; 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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Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Nilathingal Thundam Perumal 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 Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple?
Base yourself in Kanchipuram or nearby in Kancheepuram, 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 Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple?
About an hour.
What else is near Nilathingal Thundam Perumal Temple?
Nearby you can pair Ekambareswarar Temple (40 m), Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham (500 m), Anekatangavadeswarar Temple (600 m), Pandava Thoothar Perumal Temple (650 m).
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