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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information
Timings5:30 AM - 12:00 PM, then 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Entry feeFree (donations welcome)
Best time to visitJanuary to April for festival season
From city centreMylapore, central Chennai
LocationChennai, Tamil Nadu
Know before you go
About Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Kapaleeshwarar Temple in Mylapore is a Dravidian-style temple dedicated to Shiva and Parvati, dating to around the 7th century (rebuilt in the 16th century after Portuguese-era destruction). Its towering 37-metre gopuram is covered in colourful carvings, and the annual Panguni Peruvizha festival draws large crowds each March-April.
Getting there
How to Reach Kapaleeshwarar Temple
A short auto or cab ride from central Chennai; Mylapore is well connected by local bus.
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