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Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam
A Shiva temple at Thiruvenpakkam near Poondi, on the northern bank of the Poondi reservoir along the Thiruvallur-Thiruttani road. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams and the 17th Shiva Sthalam of Thondai Nadu, with the deity known as Oondreeswarar.
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Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam
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Plan Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam
Typetemple
Nearest baseThiruvenpakkam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseThiruvenpakkam
DistrictThiruvallur
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A Shiva temple at Thiruvenpakkam near Poondi, on the northern bank of the Poondi reservoir along the Thiruvallur-Thiruttani road. It is one of the 276 Paadal Petra Sthalams and the 17th Shiva Sthalam of Thondai Nadu, with the deity known as Oondreeswarar.
Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam is planned from Thiruvenpakkam, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Thiruvenpakkam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam — at a glance
Timings7:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 4:00 - 7:30 PM daily
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam
About 20 km from Tiruvallur town near the Poondi reservoir; nearest railway Tiruvallur on the Chennai-Arakkonam line; Chennai (MAA) airport ~55 km.
Combine with a stop at the scenic Poondi reservoir nearby.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Thiruvenpakkam or nearby in Thiruvallur, 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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Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam?
Entry: Free. Timings: 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 4:00 - 7:30 PM daily. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam?
Base yourself in Thiruvenpakkam or nearby in Thiruvallur, 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 Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam?
About an hour.
What else is near Oondreeswarar Temple, Thiruvenpakkam?
Nearby you can pair Poondi Reservoir (Sathyamurthy Sagar) (560 m), Pasupatheeswarar Temple, Thirupachur (6.3 km), Veeraraghava Swamy Temple, Thiruvallur (7.3 km), Papahareswarar Temple, Uthukottai (8.9 km).
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