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Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram)
A temple at Thirumalaikodi whose vimana and ardha-mandapa are covered in roughly 1,500 kg of gold, set inside a 100-acre star-shaped spiritual park built by the Sri Narayani Peedam and consecrated in 2007.
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Plan Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram)
Typetemple
Nearest baseSripuram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree general darshan; special 'Touch the Gold' darshan Rs 250 per person (indicative — confirm on site)
Nearest town/baseSripuram
DistrictVellore
Place typetemple
Time neededAbout an hour.
A temple at Thirumalaikodi whose vimana and ardha-mandapa are covered in roughly 1,500 kg of gold, set inside a 100-acre star-shaped spiritual park built by the Sri Narayani Peedam and consecrated in 2007.
Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram) is planned from Sripuram, one of the travel bases in Vellore district. Use Sripuram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram) — at a glance
Timings8:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily (general darshan; last entry ~7:00 PM)
Best timeOct-Feb best; hot Mar-Jun
Entry: Free general darshan; special 'Touch the Gold' darshan Rs 250 per person (indicative — confirm on site)
Getting here
How to reach Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram)
~8 km from Vellore town / Katpadi Junction (KPD); nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~135 km
Strict dress code, no phones/cameras/leather items allowed inside; the star-shaped walkway to the sanctum is a long walk (roughly 1-1.5 hours round trip) — wear comfortable footwear
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sripuram or nearby in Vellore, 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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Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram)?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram)?
Entry: Free general darshan; special 'Touch the Gold' darshan Rs 250 per person (indicative — confirm on site). Timings: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily (general darshan; last entry ~7:00 PM). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram)?
Base yourself in Sripuram or nearby in Vellore, 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 Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram)?
About an hour.
What else is near Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple (Sripuram)?
Nearby you can pair French Bungalow (French Castle), Pusimalaikuppam (4.4 km), Aanaikulathamman Temple, Velapadi (6.3 km), Jalakandeswarar Temple (6.8 km), Vellore Fort (6.8 km).
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