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Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah
A protected 18th-century tomb near the Sholinghur bus stand marking the burial spot of Mysore army soldiers slain in the 1781 Battle of Sholinghur, fought between the British and Hyder Ali. Measuring roughly 15 by 35 feet, it is preserved by the state archaeology department as a war memorial of the Second Anglo-Mysore War.
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Plan Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah
Typeheritage
Nearest baseSholinghur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSholinghur
DistrictRanipet
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A protected 18th-century tomb near the Sholinghur bus stand marking the burial spot of Mysore army soldiers slain in the 1781 Battle of Sholinghur, fought between the British and Hyder Ali. Measuring roughly 15 by 35 feet, it is preserved by the state archaeology department as a war memorial of the Second Anglo-Mysore War.
Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah is planned from Sholinghur, one of the travel bases in Ranipet district. Use Sholinghur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
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Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours (sunrise to sunset)
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah
Sholinghur town; nearest railway Sholinghur station (Arakkonam Jn ~25 km); nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~100 km.
A small roadside monument near the bus stand; a brief stop when visiting Sholinghur.
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How to visit
- Base yourself in Sholinghur or nearby in Ranipet, 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.
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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 Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours (sunrise to sunset). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah?
Base yourself in Sholinghur or nearby in Ranipet, 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 Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah?
About an hour.
What else is near Kanja Sahib Tomb (Battle of Sholinghur memorial), Walajah?
Nearby you can pair Sri Sozhapureeswarar Temple, Sholinghur (330 m), Sri Yoga Anjaneyar Temple, Sholinghur (450 m), Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Sholinghur (2.6 km), Kanchanagiri Hills (16.3 km).
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