Parthasarathy Temple Chennai

About Parthasarathy Temple Chennai

Parthasarathy Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is located in Chennai. The five avatars of Vishnu represented by the statues in the temple are Krishna as Parthasarathy, Yoga Narasimha, Rama, Gajendra Varadaraja and Ranganatha. The Pallavas constructed the temple in the sixth and eighth centuries. The Cholas then renovated it and the Vijayanagara kings built it again in the fifteenth century. Vaikunda Ekadesi is an important festival for this temple.

How to Reach Parthasarathy Temple, Chennai

The temple can be easily reached by taking the various modes of transport. Some of them are given below.

By Rail

The nearest railway station, Chennai Railway station, is at a distance of 4 km from the temple. One can take the train directly to the temple. You can get the

By Air

The nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, at a distance of 17–18 km from the temple. One can get the public transport or hire a private taxi to reach the temple. There are flights from the various major cities and many more!

By Road

The temple is easily accessible by the roadway. One can get the private taxi and public transport to reach the temple from the nearby major cities. Even you can hire a direct taxi from your location directly to the temple.

Best time to Visit Arulmigu Sri Parthasarathyswamy Temple

The temple can be explored comfortably during the winter months from October to March. One can easily do the sightseeing of the nearby places during this time.

Darshan Timings
Morning Timing: 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Evening Timing: 4:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Dress Code Traditional and Formal clothing
Photography Not allowed
Prasad Available