{"id":17254,"date":"2018-06-22T13:15:44","date_gmt":"2018-06-22T07:45:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/?p=17254"},"modified":"2025-06-02T17:44:03","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T12:14:03","slug":"temples-in-chennai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/temples-in-chennai\/","title":{"rendered":"The 8 Evergreen Temples in Chennai to Attain Peace"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Chennai is not only restricted to the colorful streets, picturesque beaches and many other shopping and sightseeing attractions, you can also find mind-blowing religious places like stunning temples, some of which are even thousands of years old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The combination of wonderful architectural design with the rich spiritual history of those structures attracts devotees from different part of the world. There are many temples in Chennai which you can visit but here are some of the best ones. Let\u2019s have a look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8 Mesmerizing Temples in Chennai to Pick From<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Kapaleeshwarar Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image normal size-full wp-image-17412\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kapaleeshwarar-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Kapaleeshwarar Temple\" class=\"wp-image-17412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kapaleeshwarar-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kapaleeshwarar-Temple-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kapaleeshwarar-Temple-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kapaleeshwarar-Temple-740x494.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Kapaleeshwarar Temple<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dedicated to one of the forms of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati that is Arulmigu Kapleeswar and Karpagambal respectively, the temple should be on the top position of your list of temples to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The unique facts about this temple are that it was built in the 7th century and the spectacular architecture of the temple featuring stone carving, wooden work, well-designed pillars and various other attractive points are a treat to watch. Devotees can be a part of 6 different Pooja held daily at different timings throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Kapaleesvarar Sannadhi Street<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 5:30 AM-12 PM, 5 PM-9 PM (Tuesday to Sunday)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/temples-near-chennai\/\">29 Important Temples In &amp; Around Chennai <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"visual_element\" id=\"hotels_visual\"><div id=\"hotel_city\">Book Budget Hotels in Chennai<\/div><div class=\"visual_element_hotel owl-carousel\"><div class=\"hotel_card_div\"><div class=\"hotel_img_container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cs-images.treebo.com\/Treebo_Samhaar_Residency\/MAPLE\/Maple_5_.JPG?w=275&h=163&fit=crop&fm=pjpg&auto=compress\" alt=\"Treebo Samhaar Residency Thoraipakkam\"><div class=\"text-block\"><div class=\"tag-text tag-left\">Free Breakfast<\/div><div class=\"tag-text tag-right\">Couple Friendly<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hotel_info\"><div class=\"treebo_rating\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/assets\/images\/3-star.svg\" class=\"treebo-rate-star three_star\" alt=\"treebo_rating\"><\/div><div class=\"hotels_name\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-chennai\/treebo-samhaar-residency-thoraipakkam-thoraipakkam-2398\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=temples-in-chennai_hotel_listing_widget\" class=\"hotel-name-link\">Treebo Samhaar Residency Thoraipakkam<\/a><\/p><\/div><div class=\"trip-advisor\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/img\/cdsi\/img2\/ratings\/traveler\/5.0-43523-5.svg\" class=\"tripadvisor_rating\" alt=\"tripadvisor_rating\"><\/div><div class=\"price_rate\"><p>Starting at just &#8377; 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3310 \/ night<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"submit\"><button class=\"submit-book-now\" onclick=\"window.open('https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-chennai\/treebo-premium-nestlay-rooms-nungambakkam-nungambakkam-4067\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=temples-in-chennai_hotel_listing_widget', '_blank')\">Book Now<\/button><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hotel_card_div hotel_card_div_city\"><div class=\"hotel_city_h4\">View All <a class=\"card-view-hotel\" href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-chennai\/?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_campaign=temples-in-chennai_city_listing_widget\" target=\"_blank\">Hotels In Chennai<\/a><\/div><hr><div class=\"container_upper\"><div class=\"icon-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/assets\/images\/Comfortable_rooms.svg\" class=\"facility_icon\" alt=\"Comfortable rooms\"><h6>Comfortable rooms<\/h6><\/div><div class=\"icon-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/\/assets\/images\/Clean_Bathrooms.svg\" class=\"facility_icon\" alt=\"hotel_image\"><h6>Clean Bathrooms<\/h6><\/div><\/div><div class=\"container_lower\"><div class=\"icon-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/\/assets\/images\/Friendly_Staff.svg\" class=\"facility_icon\" alt=\"hotel_image\"><h6>Friendly Staff<\/h6><\/div><div class=\"icon-4\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/visual-element\/\/assets\/images\/Free_Breakfast.svg\" class=\"facility_icon\" alt=\"hotel_image\"><h6>Free Breakfast<\/h6><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.&nbsp;Parthasarathy Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image normal size-full wp-image-17413\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"526\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Carving-at-Parthasarathy-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Carving at Parthasarathy Temple\" class=\"wp-image-17413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Carving-at-Parthasarathy-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Carving-at-Parthasarathy-Temple-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Carving-at-Parthasarathy-Temple-768x505.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Carving-at-Parthasarathy-Temple-740x487.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Carving at Parthasarathy Temple<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in the 8th century, this is another one of the oldest temples you can visit in Chennai. While making a visit to this temple, you can see many inscriptions along with the sculptures and murals which highlights the war of Kurukshetra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also check out the four different avatars of Lord Vishnu. At Parthasarathy Temple you can also see two Gopurams, one is facing the West side while the other is facing the East side. A great place to visit for the devotees who are seeking the blessings of Vishnu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Triplicane<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 5:30 AM-12 PM, 4 PM-9 PM<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.&nbsp;Marundheeswarar Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image normal size-full wp-image-17414\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Marundheeswarar-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Marundheeswarar Temple\" class=\"wp-image-17414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Marundheeswarar-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Marundheeswarar-Temple-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Marundheeswarar-Temple-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Marundheeswarar-Temple-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Marundheeswarar Temple<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It is believed by the locals of this region that this the temple was built in the 11th century. This holy place is dedicated to Lord Shiva where he is worshipped as Marundheeswarar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are total 108 Lingams that can be seen at the temple. It is also believed that the those who are ill and suffering from different diseases can be treated here with the blessings of the Lord. A worthy temple to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Mettu Street<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 9 AM-8 PM<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Suggested to Read : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/churches-in-chennai\/\">Churches in Chennai <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.&nbsp;Ekambareswarar Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image normal size-full wp-image-17415\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ekambareswarar-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Ekambareswarar Temple\" class=\"wp-image-17415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ekambareswarar-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ekambareswarar-Temple-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ekambareswarar-Temple-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ekambareswarar-Temple-740x494.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Ekambareswarar Temple<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the best temples to visit in Chennai. You can find different god and goddess worshiping under the one roof of this temple which includes Lord Shiva, Ganesha, Shakti, Surya, Vishnu and Goddess Kamakshi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in 1680, Ekambareswarar Temple is a famous temple which is visited more often by the people as compared to other temples. A must-visit temple especially during the festive days like Chithirai, Markazhi, Aadi, and Panguni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Kanchipuram<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 6 AM-1:30 PM, 4:30 PM-8 PM<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5.&nbsp;Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image normal size-full wp-image-17416\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"547\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sri-Vadapalani-Andavar-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple\" class=\"wp-image-17416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sri-Vadapalani-Andavar-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sri-Vadapalani-Andavar-Temple-220x150.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sri-Vadapalani-Andavar-Temple-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sri-Vadapalani-Andavar-Temple-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Sri-Vadapalani-Andavar-Temple-740x506.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple is another major attraction of this beautiful city. Erected by Annaswami Nayakar in 1890, the temple is a known spot for the devotees of Murugan. Later in 1920, some part of the temple was redesigned by building a large Rajagopuram at the front side of the temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The temple is also the first choice of most of the people for getting married. Many married couples also visit Sri Vadapalani Andavar Temple to get the blessings for a healthier life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Palani Andavar Koil Street<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 5:30 PM-9 PM<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6.&nbsp;Shree Chandraprabhu Jain Naya Mandir<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image normal size-full wp-image-17423\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Shree-Chandraprabhu-Jain-Naya-Mandir.jpg\" alt=\"Shree Chandraprabhu Jain Naya Mandir\" class=\"wp-image-17423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Shree-Chandraprabhu-Jain-Naya-Mandir.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Shree-Chandraprabhu-Jain-Naya-Mandir-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Shree-Chandraprabhu-Jain-Naya-Mandir-768x553.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Shree-Chandraprabhu-Jain-Naya-Mandir-740x533.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Shree Chandraprabhu Jain Naya Mandir<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sowcarpet is a place which is also known as the home of a huge number of Jains in Chennai. Dedicated to Chandraprabhu Swami, the amazing architectural design of this temple was derived from the Dilwara Temple of Rajasthan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shree Chandraprabhu Jain Naya Mandir is absolutely a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. What makes this temple standout is the attractive white facade and great interior which will make you fall in love with the sacred place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: S Mint Street<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 5 AM-8:30 PM<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7.&nbsp;Kandhakottam Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image normal size-full wp-image-17424\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kandhakottam-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Kandhakottam Temple\" class=\"wp-image-17424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kandhakottam-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kandhakottam-Temple-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kandhakottam-Temple-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Kandhakottam-Temple-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Kandhakottam Temple<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another beautiful temple of Chennai which is dedicated to Lord Murugan. Kandhakottam Temple occupies a huge area of 8 acres for the shrine. It is said that there were two religious traders who found this temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Devotees come to this place where Murugan is worshiped as the great warrior. You can visit this temple on any day of the week to be a part of daily prayer, or you can visit this temple on Thursday when special prayer is organized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Rattan Bazaar<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 6 AM-12:30 PM, 4 PM-9:45 PM<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8.&nbsp;Ashtalakshmi Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image normal wp-image-17425 size-full\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ashtalakshmi-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"temples in Chennai\" class=\"wp-image-17425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ashtalakshmi-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ashtalakshmi-Temple-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ashtalakshmi-Temple-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Ashtalakshmi-Temple-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption>Ashtalakshmi Temple<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashtalakshmi Temple is no doubt one of the most beautiful temples you can visit in Chennai. The most attractive fact of this temple is that it represents the Goddess Laxmi with all her 8 forms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another temple which has some of the finest architectural designs which can amaze any visitor. The temple has four floors where different avatars are resting on each floor where devotees can move to worship as per their wish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Location<\/strong>: Besant Nagar<\/li><li><strong>Timings<\/strong>: 6:30 AM-12 PM, 4 PM-9 PM<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many temples in Chennai which makes it hard to pick top temples that you can visit but this is the list which will help you to have a memorable time in the city, especially for those who are looking to explore the cultural values of Chennai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you visited these temples already? What was the most amazing moment you had while visiting these temples? 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