Thiruvettisvarar Temple
Thiruvettisvarar Temple is a Hindu temple, located in Thiruvettisvaranpettai, Chennai district, Tamil Nadu. It is among the notable temples of the Chennai region.
About Thiruvettisvarar Temple
Thiruvettisvarar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the deity Shiva, located at Thiruvettisvaranpettai in Triplicane, Chennai in Tamil Nadu, India.
Architecture and layout
Shrines of Vinayaka, Virabhadra, Balasubramania, Gnanasambandar, Appar, Sundarar, Manikkavacakar and Sekkizhar are found in this temple. The consort of Sangili Nachiar is also found.
Why it matters
The presiding deity in the garbhagriha, represented by the lingam, is known as Thiruvettisvarar. The Goddess is known as Maragathavalli. She is also known as Senbagambikai.
It is one of the shrines of the Vaippu Sthalams sung by Tamil Saivite Nayanar Appar. This place is also called as Thirupattinam.
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Plan your visit
How to reach
The temple is inside Chennai, in Thiruvettisvaranpettai. Autos, app cabs and the city's buses reach it easily; leave extra time in evening traffic. Open directions in Google Maps →
Timings: like most Tamil Nadu temples, expect an early-morning opening around 6 am, a midday closure from roughly noon to 4 pm, and evening darshan until about 8–9 pm. Festival days change everything, so confirm locally.
Today at a glance
Chennai time (IST), from our own panchangam. Nalla Neram is the good window; avoid Rahu Kalam and Yamagandam for starting a journey or a ritual.
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Quick facts
| Deity | — |
| Town | Thiruvettisvaranpettai |
| District | Chennai district |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Sacred lists | Chennai Temples |
Visiting
Most temples in Tamil Nadu open early morning and again in the evening, closing through the midday hours — plan darshan before noon or after 4pm and confirm timings locally, since festival days change everything. Dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered), leave footwear at the stands provided, and note that some sanctums admit Hindus only while towers and outer courtyards welcome everyone. Photography rules vary; ask before shooting inside.
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Frequently asked
Where is Thiruvettisvarar Temple?
Thiruvettisvarar Temple is in Thiruvettisvaranpettai, within Chennai city.
What are the timings at Thiruvettisvarar Temple?
Most Tamil Nadu temples open around 6 am, close from about noon to 4 pm, and reopen until 8–9 pm. Festival days follow a different schedule, so confirm locally before you travel.
What should I wear?
Dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered. Footwear is left outside at the stands provided. Some inner sanctums admit Hindus only, while towers and outer courtyards welcome everyone.